Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas
Operate equipment to increase oil flow from producing wells or to remove stuck pipe, casing, tools, or other obstructions from drilling wells.
About the profession
Operate equipment to increase oil flow from producing wells or to remove stuck pipe, casing, tools, or other obstructions from drilling wells. Includes fishing-tool technicians.
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Based on the Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas role, here are the RIASEC personality types that tend to thrive in this career. While these alignments are common, individual success depends on motivation, skill development, and finding the right work environment.
Investigative
Research, analysis, problem-solving
Realistic
Hands-on, practical, technical work
Conventional
Organizing, detail-oriented, structured
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Career Path
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Career Ladder
Trainee Service Unit Operators, Oil and Ga → Technician Service Unit Operators, Oil and Ga → Senior Technician Service Unit Operators, Oil and Ga → Lead Technician Service Unit Operators, Oil and Ga
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Salary Growth
4
Levels
87K
Top Salary
8+
Years
Learning Path
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Timeline: 0-2 | Entry Level Base: $38,090 - $50,405/year With equity/bonuses: $41,899 - $60,486 Top markets (SF/NYC): $43,804 - $60,486 Execute core tasks using Operations…
Day in Life
Junior vs Senior, daily schedule breakdown
9am, Maintain and perform safety inspections on equipment and tools. 10am, Operate controls that raise derricks or level rigs.
Income Dynamics
Conservative and aggressive scenarios for 10–15 years
Year 1: Entry level $26,663 - $45,365 Year 2-3: Junior level $50,405 - $59,584 Year 4-6: Mid level $59,584 - $64,602 Year 7-10: Senior level $64,602 - $78,787 Year 10+:…
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