▲10%
$17.69
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
25%
$13.02
MEDIAN
$17.69
75%
$28
The average hourly pay for an Oil Well Driller is $17.69 in 2025
Hourly Rate
$13 - $28
Total Pay
$34k - $88k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Oil Well Drillers?
What Do Oil Well Drillers Do?
Oil Well Driller Tasks
- Set up and operate drill to remove underground oil or core samples for testing.
- Monitor, maintain, and adjust machinery for optimal performance.
- Lower and raise drill pipes and casings in and out of wells.
- Monitor pressure gauge and adjust throttles and levers to control the speed of rotary tables.
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Common Health Benefits for a Oil Well Driller
Medical
100%
Dental
100%
Vision
100%
Gender Breakdown for Oil Well Drillers
Male
100.0%
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FAQs About Oil Well Drillers
What is the highest pay for Oil Well Drillers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Oil Well Driller is $NaN / hour
What is the lowest pay for Oil Well Drillers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Oil Well Driller is $NaN / hour
How can Oil Well Drillers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as an Oil Well 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 Oil Well Driller that oversees more junior Oil Well Drillers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.