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Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas is a notable career in the 47 category. This page provides verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024), helping you compare Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 47-5011 |
| title | Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas |
| onet code | 47-5011.00 |
| description | Rig derrick equipment and operate pumps to circulate mud or fluid through drill hole. |
| job zone | 1 |
| major group | 47 |
| tot emp | 11,040 |
| a mean | 62,490 |
| a median | 62,740 |
| a pct10 | 42,930 |
| a pct25 | 49,440 |
| a pct75 | 72,820 |
| a pct90 | 84,620 |
| h mean | 30 |
| h median | 30 |
The day-to-day work of a derrick operators, oil and gas typically centers on inspect derricks, or order their inspection, prior to being raised or lowered. Every task listed below is classified as Core in O*NET — they collectively define the role. Task descriptions below are quoted from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET 29.0 occupation profile.
Workers in this occupation rely most on Operations Monitoring, Operation and Control, and Critical Thinking. Across the top 10 skills, the average O*NET importance score is 3.45 out of 5 — moderately weighted for this role. Importance reflects how essential each skill is for adequate job performance.
Among working derrick operators, oil and gas, the most common entry qualification is a Less than a High School Diploma (68.5%). Bachelor's-degree-or-higher credentials are reported by 0% of incumbents. Most workers enter without a four-year degree, making this a relatively accessible career path.
Median annual pay is highest in Louisiana at $84,410 and lowest in Michigan at $45,260 — a 1.9× spread. The top five states (Louisiana, Alaska, North Dakota, California, Florida) average $73,366. Figures reflect BLS OEWS May 2024 state-level wage estimates; percentiles shown are for full-time wage-earners in each state.
| State | Median | Mean | 10th % | 90th % | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | $84,410 | $77,070 | $44,640 | $91,990 | 1,510 |
| Alaska | $81,180 | $79,970 | $68,690 | $85,660 | 170 |
| North Dakota | $69,840 | $71,430 | $65,210 | $76,170 | 730 |
| California | $67,090 | $64,170 | $42,190 | $71,770 | 250 |
| Florida | $64,310 | $69,510 | $51,590 | $80,360 | 80 |
| Wyoming | $62,400 | $65,010 | $56,020 | $74,800 | 160 |
| Texas | $61,610 | $61,090 | $45,450 | $77,060 | 4,840 |
| Colorado | $61,380 | $64,380 | $52,000 | $84,030 | 360 |
| New Mexico | $60,200 | $55,430 | $30,870 | $72,820 | 1,070 |
| West Virginia | $57,600 | $58,310 | $45,500 | $72,820 | 110 |
| Pennsylvania | $56,850 | $59,760 | $50,460 | $86,230 | — |
| Oklahoma | $54,550 | $56,790 | $48,360 | $67,590 | 710 |
| Arkansas | $50,250 | $52,700 | $38,810 | $65,850 | 110 |
| Ohio | $49,700 | $51,590 | $37,180 | $61,600 | 120 |
| Mississippi | $48,060 | $50,340 | $36,400 | $75,810 | 130 |
| Michigan | $45,260 | $47,360 | $39,660 | $58,070 | 70 |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for derrick operators, oil and gas. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for Derrick Hand or Derrick Man frequently describe the same role. The list below is a sample of the most common industry variants.
This data helps you understand how Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas compares to others in the 47 category. Use it to make informed decisions based on verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0.
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