About this program
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to set up, maintain, repair, and operate well drilling equipment; locate, drill, construct, and develop water, gas, and oil wells; and test and monitor wells to ensure adequate flow. Includes applications to home, business, and industrial uses.
Career Opportunities
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Earth Drillers
operate a variety of drills such as rotary, churn, and pneumatic to tap sub-surface water and salt deposits, to remove core samples during mineral exploration or soil testing, and to facilitate the use of explosives in mining or construction. May use explosives. Includes horizontal and earth boring machine operators.
$51040
No degree required
Strong job growth
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Explosives Workers
place and detonate explosives to demolish structures or to loosen, remove, or displace earth, rock, or other materials. May perform specialized handling, storage, and accounting procedures. Includes seismograph shooters.
$51040
No degree required
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Oil and Gas Drill Operators
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.
$58940
No degree required
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
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Oil and Gas Derrick Operators
rig derrick equipment and operate pumps to circulate mud or fluid through drill hole.
$50280
No degree required
Strong job growth
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Construction Workers Supervisors
directly supervise and coordinate activities of construction or extraction workers.
$72990
No degree required
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
Personality Match
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