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Roustabouts

Roustabouts do general maintenance and construction work at oil fields.

Roustabouts help maintain boilers, steam engines, and other equipment. They do basic maintenance, such as cleaning and oiling parts. They may also repair or replace broken parts.

Quick Facts

Wages:  Data not available

 

Employment Outlook:   Percent Growth   -3.2%


Education and Training Needed:
Moderate-term on-the-job training (1-12 months)

Skills Needed:

Listening,  Maintaining Equipment,  Repairing 

Tools and Technology:

  • Tools: Hoists,  Lifts,  Power grinders 
  • Technology: Project management software,  Enterprise resource planning ERP software,  Office suite software 

Job Title Examples:

Roughneck,  Roustabout Crew Leader,  Roustabout Hand