Is getting into the oilfield industry really worth the money?

[@TheDriller100]

started in 2006 as a floorhand , now im a drilling superintendent. by my second year i was at 100k, have made 150, 200, 250, and this year over 300k.. working half the year.. i've gotten to travel the world as well. i only have 12 college credits 😂😂.. it's a hard tough life .. not easy .. but at 43 i have more than i ever dreamt of

[@firesteve]

06 is when I started as a tong hand running casing. I absolutely agree it’s not an easy life but the opportunities I’ve received from it has absolutely been worth it. Bought a house at 23 which I wouldn’t have been able to do not going into the patch. Appreciate your comment, thanks and happy new year.

[@christopherertel5012]

Could you possibly help me get a job (starting position)? I’m 33. Been working in industrial maintenance for over 8 years. I’m a super fast learner and I work as hard as the best out there. I’m in very good physical condition. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[@RobertCHoweSr]

Like any other job.... you only receive from it that which you put into it. You gotta want it hoss!

[@seadragon1456]

That’s a lie. You have to have a lot of a$$ kissing connections to move up. My husband is 37 and works like a mule and has been stalled or moved around with pay decreases multiple times. He’s been out there since 2007 and has been an assistant driller for 3-4 years.

[@RobertCHoweSr]

@seadragon1456 Laid off in 2015, Obiden-Joe Bama-Conomics. Thanks Democrats again for alternative resources. 47 years onsite, on rig. It was a good career. Found yard and service jobs during low oil price periods. Your man has 37 years he is definitely intelligent and never missed a shift or someone else's when they did. Miss no one really cared about the struggle I put in except my family, including rig families, and I carry the pride of what I did always. And when I disagreed, everyone heard about it because I did it under loud protest. Sometimes, when loud ,truthful protest is made, it usually requires 8 to 20 hrs. of anger management to follow. Sorry about your discontent. I shall not be infected by it. Bless you all.

[@skoopqueen]

No doubts , A good way of growing and saving your money is through investing . You don't need to have much before you can invest. "That little money you have now can make you millions if you invest it wisely". I wasnt financial free until my 40’s and I’m still in my 40’s, bought my second house already, earn on a monthly through passive income and got 4 out of 5 goals, just hope it encourages someone that it doesn’t matter if you don’t have any of them right now, you can start TODAY regardless your age INVEST and change your future! Investing is a grand choice I made

[@stephaniefythm]

I would be happy if you could advise me based on how you went about yours, as I am ready to go the passive income path.?

[@skoopqueen]

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[@stephaniefythm]

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[@skoopqueen]

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[@ugojazzy7812]

personally, I'm blessed and realizing I'm not the only one working with Regina Louise Collaro. I will consider myself lucky. I've been able to feed and make a living through her advice and great work. For such a person as Regina, I owe her gratitude, support and endless prayers as it is not easy to gain access to such a competent and reliable adviser. Who isn't just wise but has all it takes to handle an investment and is good at what she does.

[@makojuicedaniel9307]

The answer is yes, but be careful with some of the more abusive employers, especially on the service industry side of things. No schedules, low pay and no benefits. Work 120 days and get off 4 days then come back for 48 days or quit kinda deal.

[@m.abdullah.y]

So true. that was how it was like in my previous company. I worked for almost an year and then quit cz of this exact toxic culture

[@soulseeker1651]

I miss the oilfield. Coronavirus ruined everything and no one wants to hire an older dude despite my experience in the oil industry. Coming back to the oil industry is so hard. If you are in the petroleum industry hold on to that job as long as you can. Because when its over you will find that no other jobs pay as much.

[@firesteve]

It’s sad to hear how much experience we’ve lost in the patch. Especially on the rig side of things, I find many are having a hard time staying staffed.

[@tuneunleashed]

Lol no one wants to hire me and I’m 25 it’s not just you. I have all the safety tickets it is what it is. It’s not booming.

[@lotsaspaghetticodejr.6488]

Industrial ammonia refrigeration is the same way. I entered this field in Feb of 2023 and made $102,000 in 10 months. I actually earned $110,000 for the whole year based on what I earned at the first two months of the year.

[@luisvilla799]

Damn no HVAC expiernce???

[@victorrodriguez2806]

No! Industrial amonia is not the same. Your money may be equal to but don't think your job is like an oil workers job. Stay in your own lane.

[@lotsaspaghetticodejr.6488]

@@victorrodriguez2806 I routinely see postings for up to $45 an hour with overtime so idk what you're even talking about

[@ultramagnus86]

I made 90k CAD as a out of town industrial journeyman carpenter in 6 months. I hope the oil rigs pay more than that considering the work i seen them do.

[@CalgaryRambler]

Pretty good although the figures were from 2022. Ie: in 2024 a " leasehand " starts at $40/hr and sub is $280-$300/day and it all goes up from there.

[@firesteve]

@@CalgaryRambler Yeah I made this video at the tail end of 2022. Now that the winter season is coming up again I plan to do some updated content on it here right away

[@dean1634]

Do ittt🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥​@@firesteve

[@kilow9220]

Im coming in as a new ldar tech at $20 hr 8-10 work hours 5 days a week. $30hr for overtime. Traveling on per diem. What will i expect. Working for alliance technical group. It said i was going to travel every week

[@firesteve]

Congrats on the new role. Not familiar with the company you are working for or specifically the equipment you will be operating so can’t really give you a good breakdown. If you are travelling on the road, even if they say you don’t need to pack an overnight bag. PACK AN OVERNIGHT BAG!! That’s my best advice lol.

[@fardeenparmar9209]

Hey, I wanted to know how can I start working in an Oil and Gas Industry, because I have studied Environmental Technology but I’m confused about the jobs. So can you help..

[@firesteve]

#firesteve #oilfield #enviromentalstudies #oilandgasindustry #videoresponse

[@pranavkumartamhane]

Doing a job is different. Having own business and carrying out business deals is another aspect. 😊

[@rickylahey9248]

What's the work like? Is it really hard on the body? I don't mind working hard and I'm in OK shape but I just don't want to be killing myself for 12 hours 21 days in a row.

[@firesteve]

It depends on which job you specifically go with. Some require much more physical activity than others. For the most part it’s shorter bursts of more labour intensive work followed by a more relaxed pace, depending on what’s going on at the job site. Not everyday is a marathon, but some will definitely be intense/busy

[@thepracticesquad2716]

Is it possible to show up and ask for a job? Or what is the easiest way to get in ?

[@shaneblakk]

Good day brother how can I get in the oil industry? I would appreciate the response thank you 🙏🏾

[@firesteve]

Hey Shane, it depends on where you are located but the easiest way to start the job search is to figure out which kind of job you are looking to do in the oilfield and go from there. For instance if you want to get into the drilling rig side, look into drilling companies and which areas are busy for that type of work.

[@shaneblakk]

@@firesteve I’m located in Toronto and would love to get it into well testing. I’ll definitely do some research and thank you bro

[@firesteve]

@@shaneblakk well testing is a good gig, I’ll tag you in another video I did which should hopefully help a bit more. Now is the time when companies are gonna start getting ready to hire for the winter season so it’s a good time to start looking and get ready. Most likely will have to come to Alberta but hopefully get yourself into a camp job if possible.

[@luissolo4864]

Hi what company would you recommend for my area I’m from California but am willing to move i already did the travel but had a medical emergency and had to fly back and now my truck is stuck in Texas though about just coming back but then saw this short and tbh oil is what I want to do don’t really mind the relocation what can I do to get lucked at cus I have reveals from people with 15 + years in the oil but me personally have 0 experience but the people I got to meet in Texas seen my work ethic and are willing to refer me

[@firesteve]

So my best advice in your situation is that to gain some experience, you may need to temporarily relocate. Now you may find the possibility of working in camp which is something we do here in Canada. Camp work is pretty decent because you don’t have to actually move, but you do unfortunately work away from home. Go find work where there is the most opportunity to get your foot in the door, gain some experience, and then apply elsewhere closer to home.

[@mattwest2843]

Go to Texas my dude, they will hire you with no experience just have to put out and make a hand

[@jdogg468]

@@mattwest2843 I have my CDL A with all my endorsement.. I’m looking for a driving job Hauling fuel / oil around the Dallas area any company’s you guys recommend payin close to 100k or more ?

[@InSaanity]

i just turned 19 and i am from scotland. this would be my first job in this field. do i need to meet certain requirements as in qualifications? passing courses?

[@user-tc4xy6jl7o]

no, entry level positions are available.

[@0avoya02]

hey dude how you doing did you start workıng on pil industiry yet and if you did what did you get ın to and is natinality matter for this job cause ı am not american nor europein at least not fully

[@SovereignBeauty-x2y]

Hello I'm looking into security work in Alberta and wondering how I can apply to companies that need my help toward security am I able to connect on here to the help I need, and also have to support to get where I wanna go with my security guard profession. I know there is jobs out there also with learning opportunities for them, I am open to that as well. I been thinking of going back east, but yet having the connection, and the right people to help me, I live in bc trying to better my life, and meet new people places and things to get more experience in life.

[@Elpolloloco34]

I wonder what it’s like for black males working on the oil rigs I heard it wasn’t a pleasant experience. Can someone correct me if I’m wrong

[@armandoramirez850]

Hey bro where can I sign up for your remote job I wanna come out there, I’m 24 no kids and ready to relocate

[@firesteve]

Depends on where you are located. I’m Canada here we have lots of remote work in the winter time when the ground is frozen. Still some year round. Best to check around for which companies are hiring.

[@TheJallahs]

Hey my brother lives in dubia and know somewhat about this job, is there a way he can apply to work this job

[@CJmontage101]

I have some basic tickets to go to alberta but i want to know what is the best field to get into?? I want to start soon as posible

[@RealisticTake]

Go out to a drilling rig with your h2s and first aide, call up PD or Ensign .

[@luisvilla799]

Damn I envy I have process tech degree from Houston CC graduated in 2012 and have not been able to break into industry lucky for me I have 4 year degree too and work a decent job at RR

[@jacoblefevre9501]

hey man im a 16 yo looking for carears how do i get into oil fields and what type of noleged do i need

[@firesteve]

Biggest thing will be you need to be 18, some places may take you on as a summer student depending on where you are located. Besides that’s willingness to work and get dirty for the most part.

[@anythingbox39]

Keep up the hard word!

[@firesteve]

@@anythingbox39 Thank you and will do 👍😁

[@JCupis-qz7rf]

So what company do you work for and I want to apply for it

[@chrisc1944]

I’m very interested in joining I want to be a roughneck I don’t mind the hours I can work many hours and pray for it. The only thing is my kids and wife I would miss them but I we can manage. My question is where can I look to apply for a position? That will hire me with no experience? If I join and like it I’ll look into RV life and homeschool my kids give it 3 to 5 years and buy land and build. That’s the dream at least.

[@kh.6534]

How can i start?? Its hard to find

[@firesteve]

@@kh.6534 where are you located?

[@SamLee-e3b]

Skills can also translate into other sectors and energy fields

[@scottlouis6116]

are you buying stocks in some of these oil stocks?

[@user-tc4xy6jl7o]

The whole stock market is bogus. The crash is coming, no sector is safe.

[@farhanshaikh8857]

Can you please help me to get a job on oil rig? I would really appreciate that

[@firesteve]

Sorry I won’t. What I do is put forth information to help you get into this line of work but I don’t have the time to try and get everyone who wants a job. I’ll do my best to equip you with the tools, but you need to put in the work to get the work. Hope that makes sense. Cheers 🤘

[@comment5398]

​@@firestevewhy would you say you won't? Why not say if I have time and feel like I want to I will.

[@firesteve]

I’m here to provide general information on finding work in the #oilfield. #firesteve #videoresponse

[@ChadLuca]

@@comment5398 Because he is honest

[@firesteve]

I’ve just posted a new video on the first steps to take when wanting to get into the oil and gas industry. Check it out on my profile if you are interested. Thank you very much for watching and helping support the channel.

[@UnbreakableM1nd]

The pay is commensurate with the job hazards, damaged home life, and lost income due to layoffs. I think if you average it out over a lifetime, you may or may not be necessarily better off financially. If the oil field was really a get-rich hack, with no downsides, everybody would be doing it. Remember the house always wins. If you are making 200K, you can't imagine how much the CEO is making. I think the other thing people forget about is oil field is getting increasingly automated, they need less labour to drill and operate than before.

[@kingnevermore25]

How did the Russia Ukraine war affect oil prices in your opinion?

[@firesteve]

Impacts of the Russian/Ukraine conflict on global oil prices. #firesteve #oilprice #oilfield #russia

[@kingnevermore25]

@@firesteve Thank you

[@The_Blessed_Cowboy]

It was worth it between 2000 and 2009. Those days are long gone!

[@BlackDesertSnake]

what happened in 2000-2009

[@The_Blessed_Cowboy]

@@BlackDesertSnake the big oil boom! Might also have been war related at the time. What ever it was, life was pretty good in Alberta, Canada

[@BlackDesertSnake]

@@The_Blessed_Cowboy ohh i see, sounds like you had yourself a gold rush

[@seadragon1456]

Yeah… the 10k bonuses don’t exist anymore. Now they give you a company logo mug or a hoodie as a THANK YOU FOR COMPLETING THE WELL EARLY gift.

[@FestusOkosodo]

How can i get an oilfield job in Alberta with no experience...What are requirements and which companies

[@firesteve]

It all depends where you are located if you are located within or out of Canada. Much easier to get on with no experience if you live nearby.

[@firesteve]

I just posted a new video talking about entering the oilfield if interested

[@ColeTurner-sr8mc]

Boils down to "Boom and Bust" because that's the lifestyle. When there's work, you can bank some money but when oil drops so does the likelihood of being employed.

[@MShah-ch6st]

Hey steve, I'm from Malaysia.. Just curious want to know example let say I want to work in oil field there, Mechanical and maintenance tech. 1. what minimum education that I required? 2. Is there any community college or Technical Training/Diploma that I can enroll? 3.based on question no 2, what estimate per year that I need pay for the fees? Thank you.

[@firesteve]

Great question and I will try to get another video posted here that will cover off on some of your questions. Simply it all depends if you want a labour job and move your way up from there or go into the trades. From what you are asking I’m guessing more of a Millwright or heavy duty mechanic position which would be a trade position. Alis.Alberta.ca is an excellent website to find answers to specific jobs and what is needed for entry and also earning potential. Most trades are split up between on the job working and trade school so you can earn while you learn.

[@firesteve]

Just posted a new video with a bit more information on entry positions

[@dave23024]

There's an easy litmus test for job quality. Do you see a bunch of women flocking to fill out applications?

[@DerrickPJames]

Hey my main concern is are you able to start your day at 5am-7am ?

[@firesteve]

For sure… it all depends on where you are working and what type of work but 7am is a pretty common start time for day shift.

[@DerrickPJames]

@@firesteve if so then I’ll be open to that . I’m getting my cdl. I’m out here in Texas .

[@jdogg468]

@@DerrickPJames ​​⁠ I have my CDL A with all my endorsement.. I’m looking for a driving job Hauling fuel / oil around the Dallas area any company’s you guys recommend payin close to 100k or more ?

[@tylershoemaker6131]

Hey I’m 23 looking to get into the field any tips

[@firesteve]

Just posted a video here the other day. Look for “How to start a career in the oilfield industry” on my page. Let me know if u need any more info.

[@tylershoemaker6131]

Appreciate it man

[@Tkdofn]

After 45 years I guess the answer is yes

[@danielvargas3090]

19 years old and I want to get into the oilfield business where would you recommend to apply don’t care where I go as long as it has housing and what job would you recommend for your first job on the oilfield

[@firesteve]

I’ve actually got some videos that break this down really well. I’ll just have to format them to KZbin. I’ll try to post here in the next few days.

[@danielvargas3090]

@@firesteve which one would you recommend for your first job leasehand floorhand roustabout

[@firesteve]

@@danielvargas3090 typically in Canada lease hand is the entry level position… with that being said tho you want to work your way up to floor hand. That gets you on the rig floor and then you can work your way up from there. If you have absolutely no experience. Start off as a lease hand tho. Learn the process and then start working on the floor.

[@danielvargas3090]

@@firesteve appreciate it and I might be In midland tx but will see thanks for everything and by any chance do you know the pay for leasehand or floorhand

[@firesteve]

@@danielvargas3090 no idea for the US unfortunately. It will definitely earn you more than working a 9-5 that’s for sure lol

[@adambirnstihl9390]

I just got a job with cenovus! But I’m leaving a place I have been at for 9 years😬 hope I’m making the right choice.

[@firesteve]

I’ve both done some work for Cenovus and know people that work for them. They were always decent to do work for. Change is scary but it’s also good, allows us to challenge ourselves again. Good luck 😁

[@BigSharq]

Greetings. How's the experience at Cenovus? I also got an offer for 2025..😬

[@Outdoorswithmike]

That’s cool very educational video thank you for sharing 👍🏽

[@firesteve]

You’re welcome dude 😁😁🤘🤘. It was great seeing you yesterday.

[@GarthDownton]

100g/ yr. Less 35-40% tax 80, 000$ 4x4 truck needed to get to and from work, danger at work, etc better be making 200g. WCB working against you when you are injured. Been there done it!! Good luck to all those dedicated workers.

[@FourthWayRanch]

Beware, employers are notorious for not paying what they promised or not at all. The reason? There is nothing to force them too. So many labor board complaints without people getting anything. Sure there are people doing well but there a LOT that dont

[@kyleyoung2904]

after 8 hours into your shift are you paid time and a half for the remainder of ur shift?

[@firesteve]

I would say typically you would be. That being said every employment contract is setup differently. For myself I contract so everything is flat rate but I have worked jobs that after the 8hr mark or on stat holidays it’s time and a half. I’ve also gotten paid based on a per job rate. Just depends on the line of work you get into specifically.

[@NetBogey2019]

As a former oilfield worker....it's not worth it, especially if you have a family.

[@firesteve]

To each their own but I understand where you are coming from. Some jobs don’t allow for a good work/life balance. Now my role in the oilfield allows for a good balance. It’s still working away but it does afford us the quality of life that would be difficult otherwise.

[@luisvilla799]

As a teacher in Texas yes it is lol worth

[@allclevernamesgone]

It also takes a special kind of human to work on a rig. Plenty of people wash out under the physical pressure of that job --- so, be prepared for sobbing nights. Dressing up in 5 layers and man handling heavy pipe in - 30 to - 50 temperatures for 12 hours does not sound like much fun to me.

[@markuslandington2593]

Oil and gas offers the highest starting salaries across all industries, but there's no stability, regardless of how many qualifications or experience you have - the new re-structuring frequency is 3 years for multi-national operators. The oil and gas industry is a friends and family affair and doesn't offer growth and challenges like other industries do. People who are in their current jobs are going stay glued to their seats until retirement, so succession planning is not a real thing in O&G companies. Don't go into O&G as an employee, if you don't already have qualifications and experience already invested, it's the most erratic industry, populated by greedy people, who will never become wealthy in their lifetime.

[@najoulamy]

Damn glad I’m not doing 14hr shift anymore

[@firesteve]

Yeah 14’s can be brutal. A day or two here and there isn’t bad but weeks on end is exhausting

[@joebideb]

I wonder if he needs some bigger glasses ?

[@firesteve]

Safety first Joe… safety first.

[@FourthWayRanch]

All the easy fruit in conventional oil got picked. There really isnt that much oil worth extracting left.

[@geddon436]

Oh I wish!!! I could have started oilfield at 19 years old!!!!!

[@firesteve]

That’s when I started… well realistically I started helping my dad out when I was 15-16

[@tuneunleashed]

Same...I'm starting at 24...after getting my CDL 6 years later sucks but it is what it is

[@brickprik]

You'll be 1/100 if you don't over leverage yourself with a Ford Raptor and a straw for a best friend. The culture is changing, but not very fast.

[@chris-vl8ps]

In my experience, the Oilfield was a massive waste of time! Stolen wages enough said. It's worse in Texas do not work in the Oilfield I'm Texas!!

[@jl909-nr5vx]

Steve, if your dad hadn't walked you into the business...would it have been a whole lot harder for you to get in and make 100k Canadian?

[@firesteve]

To be fair I got into the oilfield at 18 unassisted. This was working for a company that provided a service to run casing on drilling rigs. I actually made more at that job than I do now, but the work/life balance wasn’t there. The only assistance I got was by him bringing me up to a field where they needed operators. That led me to where I am now. Knowing someone can definitely get you in the door quicker, but it will never be the reason you stay long term if you don’t prove yourself.

[@jl909-nr5vx]

@@firesteve That "only assistance you got was a BIG one! ...It resulted in you being where you are today. All most need is a foot into the door...the rest will always be up to the person who got into the door as a result of help. I don't even need work/life balance, I'm happy to just work and have no life for a few years....I just need a way into the door. :) Thanks for the reply.

[@firesteve]

@@jl909-nr5vxyou’re welcome, thanks for watching and commenting 😁

[@bitty_beastly47]

I wouldn't take advice from this phenotype about a job in any field. Be it oil rigs or mcdonalds. Hard pass on whatever his opinion is

[@Based_canadian]

No

[@borntoboogiee]

Put that phone down and get to work hand.

[@firesteve]

Aww we got our first surly comment… tell ya what, I’ll keep doing what I’m doing and you keep an eye on your hands and what they’re doin. Hate for you to break a nail or something 😏 lol

[@RobertCHoweSr]

Or we could do a video blog and just talk about it.

[@EverythingThailandToday]

Wow where is this in Canada ? How can I start working there

[@firesteve]

Alberta mainly but there is also work in Saskatchewan and BC as well. Find out which specific job suits what you are interested in and start the search from there

[@mgalan1732]

32$ a hour are you crazy to do that you can make 20 at McDonald’s

[@MyLifeThai371]

McDonalds doesn't have that much overtime. The hourly wage isn't the highest in the oilfield, but you make it up with all the overtime. You get what you put in. No one is just going to give you money.

[@firesteve]

Absolutely… it’s the fact that you can work 12-14 days consistently that makes the earning potential quite a bit higher in the oilfield. Like anything, time and experience typically see you earning more as you work longer in a set job as well.