A Quick Look at Oil Field Trucking Jobs
I have tried to cover a few important aspects, now let’s get a closer look at the oil field trucking job itself.
There are several things to consider before stepping into oil field trucking career, or any other career in a matter of fact! So let’s look at a few that effect oil field trucking, starting with what is most near and dear to all of us.
Oilfield trucking salary is one of the more important things drivers look at when considering driving a tanker. Many companies do hire drivers and pay them a set rate. Others contract it out to owner-operators. They pay is often by the load, similar to hauling any freight, but better. The pay is higher, around 60 thousand or more per year.
As mentioned above this is a very regulated and observed industry. Drilling fields can be very dangerous environments. You’ll need to be well versed on the governmental regulations as well as the company rules, especially those pertaining to safety.
