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How to Find an Entry-Level Oilfield Job in California

3 weeks ago

Are you California Dreamin’ for a new job in the oil and gas industry? The California oil and gas industry has been a major player for well over a century. Oil production began as a modest operation in the 19th century but quickly evolved throughout the 20th century to become one of the major suppliers of oil and gas in the United States. With such a booming industry comes the need for entry-level workers - laborers with little to no experience. These may seem like bottom-rung positions but t...

How to Find Jobs with Free Housing: Accommodation Provided Jobs in the Oil and Gas Industry

1 month ago

While traveling around the world or country is commonplace for many oil and gas workers, free housing is never a guarantee for all positions. In fact, oil rigs are likely the only place where you will find free housing - although some non-oil rig jobs do provide housing if they are located in remote areas. Being "stuck" on an oil rig or out in the middle of nowhere doesn’t sound like a glamorous lifestyle, but the typical schedule for an oil worker is two weeks on and two weeks off or 14 works...

How to Find a High Paying Job in Houston With No Experience

1 month ago

There are many jobs in the oil and gas industry that do not require special education with many skills that can be learned on the job. The oil and gas industry involves many contractors and sub-contractors, with different types of work available for a variety of specialists. And every area needs entry-level workers! While some entry-level positions do require apprenticeships and post-secondary education, there are some great-paying jobs that you can grab up even if you don’t have any experienc...

What Are The Top 10 Paying Oilfield Jobs In The World?

1 month ago

It's no secret that the oil and gas industries around the world provide some top paying positions. Even during a time of economic downturn, where the oil and gas sector has been hit harder than any other, it remains one of the strongest industries around. This makes oilfield jobs appealing to many, seeking out well-paying jobs that don't necessarily require extensive schooling or experience. But what positions within the oilfields afford the top salaries? Which positions do oilfield workers st...

What Positions Can Electricians Fill in the Oil and Gas Industry and How Do You Get Them?

1 month ago

The oil and gas industry involves so much more than drilling for gas, transporting products, and selling them on the market. The operation of rigs and drilling platforms requires many moving parts, many of them electrical - which is electricians are a necessity to ensure efficient and safe operation of every oil project. And you don’t need to start with an entry-level job to take advantage of this lucrative industry! If you have an educational and occupational background as an electrician, th...