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Is it possible to get a job as an oil rig worker without formal training?

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Yes, but you would have to start low in the ranks, probably as a roustabout.

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What is the best oil rigging course?

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There isn't really a course you can take in schools for rigging. Most of the jobs just take a high school diploma, and experience is the most important.

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If I am a drill rig operator in the mining industry, can I apply for a job on an oil rig?

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Yes, but drill rigs are a bit different from oil rigs. So you can apply, but you may not be automatically accepted.

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I want to apply for offshore work, but I have trouble finding a proper way. Can you guide me?

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There are so many job listings online. Just look up offshore rigging jobs, and you shouldn't have an trouble. Contact some employers for your position of interest and see if any are interested.

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Do I need to do well in school to qualify for working on an oil rig?

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Yes, since rig bosses or whoever owns them usually require an educated man.

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Can a woman do this job?

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Yes, a woman can become an oil rig worker. In most democratic countries, women are not barred from doing any job because of their sex.

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Can somebody with a bachelor's degree in petroleum engineering, but no status, find a job in the US?

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Absolutely! There are plenty of jobs in Texas, Oklahoma, Colorado, and Louisiana. If you are wanting to jump right into engineering, you might need a little experience; however, it shouldn't take long.

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I'm a metallurgical engineer. Can I get a job on oil rigs?

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Yes, I did.

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I am a convicted felon with no job experience. Can I get hired on an oil rig?

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No, offshore positions require one to get a TWIC Card and one of the requirements is no felonies; however, you may be able to get a job on an onshore rig.

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I am a petrochemical engineering graduate. Could I get a job on an oil rig?

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Very possibly--you're certainly in the right field. However, there's always a chance that certain employers will want someone who has accumulated a few years of on-the-job experience rather than hiring someone fresh out of school.

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How can I become an oil rig worker if I am studying marine engineering?

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Marine engineers are highly valued in the petroleum industry, as they're the ones who are actually responsible for designing and overseeing the construction of offshore rigs.

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Can a pipe fitter with 3 years of experience in a refinery do oil rig work?

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Sure! You're very likely to find a rig job with that amount of experience, especially since it was already gained within the oil industry.

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Can I get a job on an oil rig with a GED while on parole?

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It depends on the employer. Some companies may be more than happy to hire ex-convicts, while others may decide against it do to the amount of safety and trust inherent in the work. Keep in mind, also, that the conditions of your parole may prevent you from seeking employment on an offshore rig or onshore rig outside a certain distance of your home.

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