Offshore Jobs in Louisiana
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Offshore Jobs
Offshore jobs are abundant along the gulf coast. Although some companies are experiencing layoffs in 2009, the drilling rigs themselves cannot be left unmanned, so those jobs are unlikely to go away any time soon. Many companies not only pay you for your time on the clock but also pay per diems for any time that you are offshore. The workers who work offshore many times make as much or more than their supervisors.
Louisiana Engineering Jobs
So you are looking for Louisiana engineering jobs? Where do you start? You can check out job boards, here are some companies you can do a search on, Schlumberger, Baker Oil Tools, Chevron,Devon Energy, Stone Energy, Shell and Exxon-Mobil all hire petroleum engineers or individuals with industrial technology degrees. Have an electrical or mechanical engineering degree try to search companies like Entergy and other similar utility companies. Government entities also hire engineers, though the pay is usually a lot less than private companies. Engineers are such a commodity nowadays that more and more women are entering this field once dominated by men. Louisiana engineering jobs are one of the hottest Louisiana Jobs today.
Offshore Jobs
The oil field is composed of people like yourself, people who are looking for the same things in life you are: job security, an interesting career, an opportunity to better themselves.
They come from all walks of life: farmers, lawyers, preachers, musicians, bankers, businessmen, laborers, college graduates, high school dropouts, medical personnel, retired military personnel, male and female alike. You will find one of every kind in the oil field
Offshore work is not for everyone. It requires that you be away from home, sometimes for weeks at a time. More often than not, the drilling vessel you are on will not even be in sight of land. It involves long and hard hours, working in all kinds of weather and conditions as well as in some dangerous situations. Being 100 miles out in the Gulf of Mexico in the middle of a hurricane is a frightening experience for sure!
On the plus side it is very rewarding and exciting. The food is good, the quarters are clean and well kept, and the benefits and opportunities for advancement are excellent. It is not uncommon for a person starting at the bottom with no previous oil field experience to be making $40,000 to $60,000 a year, and that is for working only six months out of the year!
Entry-level positions start at $700 to $1,000 per week. Dishwashers and BR hands (who wash dishes, sweep and mop floors, put up inventory and do general house-cleaning in the living quarters) earn $700 per week.
Roustabouts (general laborers) earn $900 to $1100 per week. Other entry level positions are deckhands, oilers, welder helpers, cleaner painters and so on; and there are currently plenty of openings.
Here’s some helpful information you might like to know to help you decide if working offshore is for you.
Experience
The better your experience in your particular field or profession, the closer prospective employers will look you at. If you do not currently have any skill or experience that relates to the offshore industry, it does not mean you will not be hired.
There are many entry level positions available which require no previous offshore experience, these can be quickly learned. The most important thing is honesty. Do not misrepresent yourself, your experience, or your skills. For example, do not claim to be a pipe welder if you've only had experience on plate. Or, do not claim to be a diesel mechanic if the only experience you have is doing minor tune-ups in a garage.
Education
The majority of entry level rig jobs do not require a formal education as the employer is more interested in your ability to do your job well and learn quickly than in how many years you went to school. Some jobs, such as a ballast controlman, mud engineer, etc., require at least a high school education. Other positions, as they get more complex, will naturally require higher levels of education.
Benefits
Benefits of companies involved in the oil and gas industry range from virtually nonexistent to excellent. The better companies will provide major medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, 401 K, programs, and profit sharing.
Available Positions
So, how does one apply for employment? There are four ways to secure offshore employment. The personal physical search is the least effective, and any success is usually attributed to near luck.
A more affective way to search is through newspaper want ads. Key words will usually include the wordoffshore and usually 7&7, 14&14, etc. The ad will give a phone number and/or an address. These newspaper ads will be seeking entry level personnel as well as experienced hands.
The most effective way to job search is through a professional placement agency. Companies that offer offshore, maritime, or overseas jobs fall into one of two categories. The first is the kind of agency that places you in a job and charges you a fee for doing so. The other is the kind that sells you a list of potential employers and you are responsible for placing yourself.
Oilfield Sales
Working in the oilfield business can be very lucrative, particularly if you are in sales. I personally know a couple of people from Lafayette, Louisiana who are making six figures from their oilfield sales jobs. Not only do they make a commission off of their sales but they are also paid a base salary and get quarterly performance bonuses, trust me they make a ton of money. Some oilfield salesman even get paid a per diem when they have to go meet a customer offshore. Lets say they have to go on a rig for 3 days, they may end up making an additional 300/day just for having to go offshore, how sweet is that. So if you are a salesman and youre good at it, you might just want to consider giving the oilfield business a shot.
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Juan Luis Uvalle
(361) 558-4966
Job Objective: To secure a challenging position utilizing my experience and skills with an organization that offers long-term commitment and advancement opportunities.
Experience:
4/08-1/09 Port Royal Condominiums, Corpus Christi, Texas
Position: Maintenance Technician
Responsible for maintaining all appliances, including assembly and repairs
All carpentry work, including painting and carpet installation
Plumbing and Electrical work
9/07- 4/08 Brand Scaffolding, Corpus Christi, Texas (Turnaround)
Position: Scaffold Building
Responsible for assembling Scaffolds for various refineries
9/06-9/07 Hose of South Texas, Corpus Christi, Texas
Position: Hose Builder
Responsible for assembly of all types of hoses including hydraulic, nitrogen, oil field, air and steel braided hoses.
High Pressure Testing
Shipping and Receiving
2/05-8/06 Du-Tex, Corpus Christi, Texas
Position: Hose Builder and Warehouse Manager
Responsible for assembly of all types of hoses including hydraulic, nitrogen, oilfield, air and steel braided hoses.
High Pressure Testing
Inventory
Shipping and Receiving
Stick Welding
Operating forklift
Education:
5/03 Ray High School, Corpus Christi, Texas
Skills, Abilities and Training:
Fork lifting Certified
Stick Welding
High Pressure Testing
Operation of Various Industrial Machines
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My number is 832 858 5135
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would like to work offshore galleyhand or Roustabouts
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I was recently laid off from pipeline construction company working on the horizontal directional drilling crew and haven't been able to find any work yet. I have also worked as a lineman apprentice for 3 years. I'm very interested in the offshore drilling jobs and would be a good addition to any company. 903-421-4327 currently living in houston.
ramos hard worker call 4097392658
Hi i am a young man in search of offshore work
i have north sea training NOGEPA APPROVED OPTIO APPROVED OLF APROVED i am also a forklift oporator gulf safe
us pasport and h2s training i rebulit pumps grayco ect..
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No one is reading this, people. No one will take you on.
No one is reading this, people. No one will take you on.
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20 yr old male in need of work please call will work as a deckhand. 225-206-4273
Recognized well rounded professional with over 5 years experience in materials,customer service,and warehousing. Goal oriented leader with excellent written,verbal and relationship building skills. Proven strenghts and abilities to balance multiple priorities,utilizing innovative strategies to continually meet and exceed company objectives,while possessing exceptioal skills to address challenging situations. Proficient with SAP,Materials Requisitions, Transfers/Service Request,MSDS and change of locations. Experience in inventory control software development. Proficient in MS Program applications tp include Word, Excel, Access and Powerpoint. Ability to troubleshoot problem areas in logistics and coordinate with upper management to resolve problems in an efficient manner.
please contact 832-620-3833 deckhand
I am in search of a deckhand or roustabout position. I have 4 years experience utility,galleyhand,roustabout and deckhand offshore. I get along well with others and I am a very hardworker. I can be contacted if interested at 225 775-3457
what exactly does this have to do with applying for a job. i dont see that anywhere
economy is getting the best of me in the town i live in . out of owork here and in desparate need of oil feild employmnet..have welding liscsneces and certificates . hardly any rig exp. but willing to learn . cll me any time day or night . willing to travel ANY wher to join a crew and get things done . call me at 361*489*5535 any time ..
I work very hard. Just trying to prove people that i can do things when given a chance. Willing to travel anywhere. Live close to galveston. You can reach me at 832-375-9613
i work very hard. mi phone is 956-423-8951
i work very hard. mi phone is 956-423-8951
I have been in the oil industry for 8 yrs i have been laid off from patterson uti drilling co since feb 09. I have 6yrs experience in Derricks. Work all over Texas/West Texas and New Mexico 1500 horsepower drawworks not a little rig. with an st80 ironroughneck i have alot of knowledge dieing to work always willing to learn something new every god givin day on this earth. Be safe out there guys that are working. Contact info 432-978-0345 dustin_boese@yahoo.com
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JUAN ALANIZ says:
2 months ago
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