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The economic downturn has caused many people to lose their jobs and finding a new job has become very difficult. Also people who have got jobs are finding it difficult to manage from the salaries they are drawing. Some work overtime and some apply for part-time jobs after their regular working hours. Even with this many people are finding it difficult to meet all the needs of their families. But there seems to be hope when we look at the oil industry. This industry has shown a spurt of growth in the recent years and has generated a number of job vacancies particularly in oil rigging jobs.

Although oil rigging jobs are tough to do, and fraught with various dangers; still many people are attracted to them because they pay very well. Off-shore oil rigging jobs involve being on a rig in the middle of the ocean for at least 2 to 3 weeks at a stretch. Everybody on the rig is exposed to severe weather conditions and storms. Also each day there will be at least 12 hours of heavy work, and may be called upon to do overtime as well. Even with all these hardships many people look forward to this career because its lucrative and you do not need a college degree for most of the oil rigging jobs.

Oil rigging jobs offer positions even for the totally inexperienced. A novice can join as a roustabout in which he can earn about $300 every working day. Even if you do not take the extra amount earned from overtime and presume that the person will work for 15 days in a month, still his salary will be $4500. This is an excellent salary to support a small family, particularly for a person who does not have a college education and is inexperienced.

Oil rigging jobs have an hierarchy and as one gets experienced he is promoted to the next position. So this means oil rigging jobs have very good career prospects as you can advance in position and salary with the experience you gain, and are not stuck in the same position.

Among the different oil rigging jobs, the next in the hierarchy is the drill deck worker who can earn $355 approximately per day. On the top there is the position of a supervisor who will be earning around $100,000 annually. Also these salaries will differ depending on the company you are working for and the location of the rig.

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Derrick O Bryan said:

i am 20 years old and have a dream to work for any post of job in rigs i promise to work with my strength my number +919760729267

Prashanth said:

I am 19yrs old and I need job in Oil Rig as a Roustabout, Mechanic Helper. I assure that I will work hard and be honest. My conduct number +919940072459

James Burgie said:

I am a 21 year old male and am currently looking for a job in the oilfield. I am an experience welder and have done a co-op through my high school at Atomic Energy in Chalk River, Ontario. I am in desprite need of a job and do not know who to contact. If someone could contact me that would be great. My number is 613 687 1587. You may also e-mail me at jamesburgie@hotmail.com. Thank you for you time.

Brian Kozak said:

Im 25yrs old from winnipeg mb, im currently layed off from my job at progress rail corp. where i worked with a 40 ton moblie crane for the past 3 years. i have my slinger/rigging certificate. Im use to working out in the elements. if anyone is interested, please contact me by phone (204)981-1138 or email kozakb@yahoo.ca

aldrin abit aldrin.abit@hilti.ae/ aldrin_abit@yahoo.com said:

Seeking a position of Engineering Technician inside a leading company where I can utilize my experience and specialized work skills, explore more develop my whole totality.

Brooks Stein said:

I am 19 year old need a job in oil rigging dont really care what just need to start making money bk_stein@hotmail.com

Daniel Woods said:

i am 22 years old i finish my painting and decoratoring trade in a month abd i am so keen to get out on a offshore rig as a painter or rustabout, or basically anything i will put my heart and sould behind the job and will not let you down... 0409272586 ifearnobeer_69@hotmail.com

Derek Ross said:

I am 19 year old male looking for any type of work in the oil field. can come on short notice derek_ross17@hotmail.com

Tyler Bizuk said:

Im 22 years old i have experience in alot of different trades (heavy duty mechanic, small engine mechanic, heavy duty operator) I have worked on kearl lake and am currently on the suncore firebag project right now. i am looking to get onto a rig. my phone number is 604-869-1997 and my email is tylerbizuk@hotmail.com

scott mcphail said:

hi i am 33 and a site formen and used to be a boat builder and very keen to get startedif you will have me so please ring me on 0418908732 or email me on scott@signsupplies.com.au

James Hamilton said:

19 Year Old looking for work, any postion offered, just need to get out. Hard worker, smart, have several job skills already that applies. 901-647-9183 jhamilton7@live.com

eshatu roba said:

i im 32 years old man i looking any hard work i loive hard work pls help mi yabs1406@yahoo.ca 6044407364

Serg said:

I am very interested in a job on oil platforms now as the welder (MMA). I am welder with 18 years experience and I am sure, my skills will be useful to the employer (can weld in any position). During my working activity I made next kinds of welding works: - repair of industrial equipment; - assembling of large building and industrial constructions; - welding of pipelines of high pressure (look please the site: http://my-last-job.narod.ru). I can to send my CV and the reference. E-mail: svz05@yandex.ru or tim1@inbox.ru

Colten Griffin said:

I am 22, Very hard worker aswell a good worker with safety in mind. Willing to do whatever is asked of me. Just need a chance to prove myself on the floor. 406-889-3555 nikex___@msn.com

kori thompmas said:

i am 23, got various qualifications very hard working very good at taking orders and ive been trying to get on a rig for a long time my father and grandfather are also rig workers and im very strong this kind of work is for me . 011407535765016 michaelarthomas@hotmail.com

patrick bowen said:

hey i am patrick bowen and i am 23 years old and i have experience in the construction field and i have been trying to get on with the oil field for about 3 years.i need a better job so please send me a email at patrickbwn06@gmail.com thank you

Ragesh.v.r said:

Its my dream to work at rig in gulf

Andrew said:

18, hard working, live in calgary willing to move, 403-305-8448

Robert Thompson said:

im 22 and iv been working odd physical labouring jobs my entire life such as roofing cunstruction landscaping and concrete work looking for ne position on a rig thats going to push me to the edge. im a fast learner and have no prob fallowing directions. im eager to get started. cant wait to hear from someone to get started.

Ashton said:

Any ANGOLAN nationals looking for offshore work ,please send me you CV and contact details to ashtn.ngwenya@networkersplc.com

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