▼16%
$18.53
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$14
MEDIAN
$18.53
90%
$22.47
The average hourly pay for an Assistant Driller is $18.53 in 2025
Hourly Rate
$14 - $22
Bonus
$1k - $10k
Profit Sharing
$0 - $1k
Total Pay
$30k - $60k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Assistant Drillers?
What Do Assistant Drillers Do?
Assistant Driller Tasks
- Assist in drilling operations and maintenance of drill pipe during use.
- Collect, mark, and store soil and rock samples for analyzing.
- Assist with installing and developing wells and pumping tests.
- Clean, lubricate, maintain, and/or repair equipment.
- Set up, operate, and service equipment, such as drill rigs, pumps, forklifts, front end loaders, and generators.
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Common Health Benefits for a Assistant Driller
Medical
83%
Dental
50%
Vision
50%
None
17%
Gender Breakdown for Assistant Drillers
Male
80.0%
Female
20.0%
This data is based on 5 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Assistant Drillers
What is the highest pay for Assistant Drillers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Assistant Driller is $22.47 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Assistant Drillers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Assistant Driller is $14 / hour
How can Assistant Drillers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as an Assistant Driller is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Assistant Driller that oversees more junior Assistant Drillers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.