Hands-On Job Training for Offshore Hands
Entry-level offshore hands are called roustabouts and perform unskilled laboring jobs under more experienced workers on oil rigs. Hands-on job training can lead to advancement as a roughneck, drilling operator or offshore crane operator.
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Considerations
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Rigs and marine environments offer little physical space for people and technical equipment, so offshore companies prefer to hire hands who do require a minimum of instruction. Offshore hands-on training and employment will mainly be offered to construction and mining workers, crane operators and high voltage electricians with several years of onshore experience, preferably from shipyard or dock work.
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Hands-on training for offshore hands includes minor maintenance jobs, painting, cleaning work areas, removing rust and assisting roughnecks or drilling operators. Roustabouts with an inclination for crane work will be expected to prepare loads and materials and perform minor crane rigging tasks.
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Time Frame
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Hands-on training for entry-level positions can last from six months to one year, depending on skills and the employer's need on the platform. After the advancement to roughneck, further training of approximately five years is needed to be promoted to drilling operator. Advancement to offshore crane operator can last from one to three years and will require additional certification.
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