Rig Operator Career

*A job as a Rig Operator falls under the broader career category of Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas : Set up or operate a variety of drills to remove underground oil and gas, or remove core samples for testing during oil and gas exploration.


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Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Ga Career

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