We surveyed 102 oil and gas rotary drill operators to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical oil and gas rotary drill operator. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as an oil and gas rotary drill operator?
Low
High
Working as an oil and gas rotary drill operator typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.
Can I learn to become an oil and gas rotary drill operator?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as an oil and gas rotary drill operator typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as an oil and gas rotary drill operator?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically difficult to find a job as an oil and gas rotary drill operator. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for oil and gas rotary drill operators.