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The oil and gas industry is known for being one of the most dangerous industries to work in. Despite significant improvements in safety measures and technologies over the years, oilfield workers are still at risk of serious – even catastrophic - injuries. In any...
Careers in oil and gas are part of what drives the economy in Texas. Natural wealth under the ground brings professionals from all over the country to help extract and process those resources. Oil and gas workers frequently command premium wages because of the demand...
The oil industry is big business in the state of Texas. Many people rely on this sector for a steady income and decent standard of life. While jobs in oil fields provide access to this, they are not without hazards. One of the most dangerous aspects of oil fields is...
Because oil operators in Texas often have to work alone, it's imperative that they take the utmost safety precautions. There are several ways that oil operators can stay safe in the field. Being cautious about taking risks It's not uncommon for oil operators to need...
The oil business in Texas is often a boom or bust proposition. When things are going good, the crude is being brought up from the ground at an almost overwhelming volume. Even when production slows down, there is still work to be done. Once the crude oil has been...
Regarding oilfield work, when times are good, they are very good. Jobs at drilling sites can be extremely lucrative and not so long ago such jobs were plentiful. Unfortunately, the job market for oilfield workers can be as volatile as the oil market itself. This has...
Life as a Texas oilfield worker can be quite lucrative. Often workers put in long hours at a good rate of pay, and the dollars can really add up. But the oil companies that hire workers are not giving their money away; workers earn every penny. This is because the...
Already a prominent oil and gas state, Texas can expect its contribution to the nation's energy resources to keep growing. Take the Barnett Shale formation, for instance, near Fort Worth. The Barnett Shale already produces six percent of all natural gas produced in...
Oilfield work can offer good wages. Those who chose to make a career of helping extract crude from the ground can earn a healthy living. But, this type of work also has its hazards. For example, it is not unusual for workers to have to fulfill their tasks while on...
In Texas, the oil business looms large in the state’s mythology. The statewide boom of fracking and drilling has given the industry more attention of late. But as we have previously pointed out, not all of that attention is for positive reasons. In spite of the focus...