How to hire a rotary driller

How to hire a rotary driller, step by step

Here's a step-by-step rotary driller hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a rotary driller job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new rotary driller
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the rotary driller you need to hire. Certain rotary driller roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A rotary driller's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, rotary drillers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents rotary driller salaries for various positions.

   Type of Rotary Driller	Description	Hourly rate
   Rotary Driller		$16-38
   Drilling Rig Operator	The drilling rig operator does their job by operating on large drilling rig machines to dig holes for water pipes, sewers, oil plants, and underground tunnels. They possess the endurance and flexibility to work in full gear and rowdy environments... Show more	$15-28
   Drill Operator	A Drill Operator works at oil and gas companies where they are in charge of operating drilling machinery and equipment. Although the extent of their responsibilities depends on their employment, it typically includes managing staff, measuring and marking drilling spots, conducting measurements and assessments, maintaining documents, and performing regular maintenance checks to ensure quality and efficiency... Show more	$15-28

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Rig

   Responsibilities:

   • Provide leadership and guidance to direct reports, and manage their efforts to maximize their contribution to operational effectiveness and performance.
   • Inspect derricks and order their inspection prior to being raise and lower.
   • Operate portable drilling rig (machine and relate equipment) to drill wells.
   • Record daily drilling activities accurately in IADC reports while keeping accurate component tally.
   • Move levers to control power-driven winch that raises and extends telescoping derrick.
   • Install pvc pipes into holes and making sure that the holes remain clean and free from debris.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your rotary driller job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A rotary driller can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, rotary drillers' average salary in montana is 58% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level rotary drillers 58% less than senior-level rotary drillers.
   • Certifications. A rotary driller with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a rotary driller's salary.

   Average rotary driller salary

   $52,810yearly

   $25.39 hourly rate

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   Entry-level rotary driller salary

   $34,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 18, 2025

4. Writing a rotary driller job description

   A job description for a rotary driller role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a rotary driller job description:

   Rotary driller job description example

   Job Title:	General Labor - Rotary Knifing
   Job Type:	Temp to Hire
   Location:	Mounds View
   Shift/Hours:	Mid Shift 12pm-8:30pm Mon-Fri Over Time occasional
   Career Level:	Entry Level
   Salary:	$18.50
   Description:	1. Read work order 2. Gather and organize materials needed 3. Bend metal as needed 4. Pound metal into wood 5. Move wood to allocated area
   Requirements:	1. Work well either independently or in partnership with others 2. Read and speak English 3. Read a tape measure
   Physical Requirements:	1. Stand and move around throughout the day 2. Lift 50lbs often

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5. Post your job

   To find rotary drillers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any rotary drillers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level rotary drillers with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   To find rotary driller candidates, you can consider the following options:

   • Post your job opening on Zippia or other job search websites.
   • Use niche websites that focus on engineering and technology jobs, such as constructionjobs.
   • Post your job on free job posting websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with rotary driller candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new rotary driller

   Once you've found the rotary driller candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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