How much does a Rotary Drill Operator- Oil and Gas make in the United States?
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The average Rotary Drill Operator- Oil and Gas salary in the United States is $119,458 as of September 2026. The range for our most popular Rotary Drill Operator- Oil and Gas positions (listed below) typically falls between $111,003 and $127,913. Keep in mind that salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including position, education, certifications, additional skills, and the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.
Rotary Drill Operator- Oil and Gas's Annual Base Salary
Rotary Drill Operator- Oil and Gas's Annual Base Salary
| Job Title | Salary | Hourly Rate | Location | Date Updated |
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| Oil and Gas Field Supervisor | $97,915 | $47.07 | United States | September 2026 |
| Oil and Gas Superintendent | $157,904 | $75.92 | United States | September 2026 |
| Oil/Gas Scheduler | $87,570 | $42.10 | United States | September 2026 |
| Oil And Gas Engineer | $144,339 | $69.39 | United States | September 2026 |
| Oil and Gas Specialist | $48,230 | $23.19 | United States | September 2026 |
| Oil and Gas Recruiter | $51,020 | $24.53 | United States | September 2026 |
| Oil and Gas Abstractor | $50,786 | $24.42 | United States | September 2026 |
| Oil And Gas Inspector | $48,213 | $23.18 | United States | September 2026 |
| Oil And Gas Accounting | $64,975 | $31.24 | United States | September 2026 |
| Oil And Gas Consultant | $82,762 | $39.79 | United States | September 2026 |
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Oversees daily oil and gas operations activities at multiple facilities. Supervises and directs employees involved in production, drilling, maintenance, and/or construction through foreman and other lead staff. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. Typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. View Oil and Gas Superintendent SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Oil and Gas Operations Superintendent
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Designs, plans, and oversees drilling operations of oil and gas wells. Performs design evaluations and makes recommendations to improve safety, lower cost, and increase efficiency. Analyzes data to identify trends, assess performance, and make adjustments to improve future drilling operations. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. Typically reports to a manager. Work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. View Drilling Engineer I SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Oil & Gas Drilling Engineer I, Oil & Gas Engineer I
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Plans and schedules crude oil or gas distribution to designated pipeline system. Analyzes storage level and adjusts shipping schedule to minimize risks. Reconciles invoices and delivery confirmations with shippers, distributors, and end users. May support pipeline operational and maintenance issues. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. View Pipeline Scheduler SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Gas Scheduler, Oil/Gas Scheduler