How Do You Get A Offshore Rig Job?
Positions within the oil industry are very competitive and can be challenging to obtain. This is partially due to the fact that jobs in this industry pay very well yet do not always require a college education. Numerous companies are dedicated to helping find jobs for people who want to work on an offshore oil rig. These placement companies charge fees and cannot guarantee you a job. Your success in obtaining work on an offshore oil rig ultimately comes down to the preparation and time you are willing to put into the search. Step 1 Acquire the proper certifications. Oil rig employees receive on-the-job training, but applicants with certain certifications such as an offshore survival certificate or previous first-aid training have a better chance of being considered first for available positions (see Reference 1). Some hospitals offer free first-aid classes. Step 2 Get some experience doing similar work if you do not have any experience relevant to the industry. A job in a mainland oil