What is a rig supervisor and how to become one

Key steps to become a rig supervisor

1. Explore rig supervisor education requirements

   Most common rig supervisor degrees

   High School Diploma

   38.2 %

   Bachelor's

   27.9 %

   Associate

   15.7 %

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2. Start to develop specific rig supervisor skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Safety Procedures	21.39%
   Well Control	9.22%
   Party Contractors	7.90%
   BOP	7.03%
   Wellview	5.38%

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3. Complete relevant rig supervisor training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New rig supervisors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a rig supervisor based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real rig supervisor resumes.

4. Research rig supervisor duties and responsibilities

   • Manage weekly payroll disbursement for contract employees.
   • Record daily drilling activities accurately in IADC reports while keeping accurate component tally.
   • Include supervision and oversight of all workers onsite

5. Prepare your rig supervisor resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your rig supervisor resume.

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6. Apply for rig supervisor jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a rig supervisor job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams