Derrickman Salary in the United States

How much does a Derrickman make in the United States? The average Derrickman salary in the United States is $65,718 as of September 26, 2019, but the range typically falls between $56,347 and $80,919. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, 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.  View the Cost of Living in Major Cities

Skills Associated with Derrickman: Manlift Operation, Rig Operations, Rig up/rig down

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Salary estimation for Derrickman at companies like : BONANZA CREEK ENERGY INC, KINDER MORGAN INC, KOSMOS ENERGY LTD

Job Description

Derrickman is responsible for operating and servicing oil and gas wells. Assists in rigging up or down, laying out tubing, and transporting drilling and service rigs. Being a Derrickman may require a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Derrickman works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Derrickman typically requires 3-5 years of related experience, or may need 2 years experience with additional specialized training and/or certification. (Copyright 2019 Salary.com)

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Dean Tinsley , Senior Vice President, Operations
BONANZA CREEK ENERGY INC
Bonanza Creek Energy, Inc., an exploration and production company, focuses on the extraction of onshore oil and related liquids-rich natural gas in the United States. The company's primary oil and liquids-weighted assets are located in the Wattenberg Field in Colorado. As of December 31, 2018, it had proved reserves of... More
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Derrickman Pay Difference by Location

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.3%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 10.7%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.7%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 6.0%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.9%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 21.0%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.0%