Prevailing Wage for Roustabouts, Oil and Gas
Prevailing wage for Roustabouts, Oil and Gas (SOC 47-5071) is set by DOL using regional Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. Whether your offer is for a Floor Hand position in Texas or a Field Service Roustabout role in Alaska, the wage floor shifts by city and by one of four experience levels DOL assigns to each filing.
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Entry-level roustabouts with limited field experience, typically following close supervision on basic equipment assembly and maintenance tasks. DOL defines Level 1 as roles with primary duties that are routine and require minimal independent judgment or prior oil field experience.
Qualified roustabouts with some field experience who work with moderate supervision. Level 2 is the most common filing level for Roustabouts, Oil and Gas, covering workers who handle standard rig-hand duties without requiring continuous oversight on every task.
Experienced roustabouts who perform complex equipment repair and assembly with limited supervision. These workers typically mentor newer hands, troubleshoot non-routine field problems, and demonstrate broad knowledge of oil field tools and safety procedures.
Fully competent roustabouts in senior or lead roles who operate with significant autonomy, set work priorities, and may coordinate small crews. Level 4 reflects the top tier of trade skill and field judgment within this occupation.
Prevailing Wage for Roustabouts, Oil and Gas by OES area
Each shape is a DOL OES area, the unit prevailing wage is published for.
What’s an OES area?
The Department of Labor publishes prevailing wages for geographic zones called OES areas. Every U.S. county belongs to exactly one, and the wage floor applies across the whole area. A worker in Oakland gets the San Francisco metro wage, not a separate Oakland wage.
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Watch for oil field staffing agency filings
Many roustabout and rig hand positions are filled through oilfield staffing contractors, not direct operators. The LCA worksite address must match the actual rig or field location, not the agency's office, because prevailing wages for this occupation vary sharply by producing basin.
Check if your title maps to this SOC
Job postings for Production Roustabout or Oil Field Roustabout sometimes get filed under adjacent SOC codes covering helpers or construction laborers. If the LCA lists a different SOC than 47-5071, the prevailing wage floor on your offer may not reflect the correct benchmark for your duties.
Account for shift differentials excluded from the wage floor
Roustabout compensation often includes rotational shift premiums and per diem allowances. DOL's prevailing wage calculation covers base hourly pay only, so shift differentials and per diem do not count toward meeting the wage floor on your LCA.
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Find Jobs for Roustabouts, Oil and GasPrevailing Wage by Reported Job Title
DOL classifies these titles under SOC 47-5071.00 alongside Roustabouts, Oil and Gas, so the same four-tier wage schedule applies to each. Tap a title to see the full breakdown.
Field Service Roustabout Prevailing Wage
Field Service Roustabout Prevailing Wage
Field Service Roustabout positions fall under SOC 47-5071.00 (Roustabouts, Oil and Gas). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Floor Hand Prevailing Wage
Floor Hand Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Floor Hand for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 47-5071.00 (Roustabouts, Oil and Gas). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Oil and Gas Roustabout Prevailing Wage
Oil and Gas Roustabout Prevailing Wage
Oil and Gas Roustabout is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 47-5071.00 (Roustabouts, Oil and Gas). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Oil Field Roustabout Prevailing Wage
Oil Field Roustabout Prevailing Wage
Oil Field Roustabout positions fall under SOC 47-5071.00 (Roustabouts, Oil and Gas). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Production Roustabout Prevailing Wage
Production Roustabout Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Production Roustabout for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 47-5071.00 (Roustabouts, Oil and Gas). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Rig Hand Prevailing Wage
Rig Hand Prevailing Wage
Rig Hand is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 47-5071.00 (Roustabouts, Oil and Gas). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Roustabout Prevailing Wage
Roustabout Prevailing Wage
Roustabout positions fall under SOC 47-5071.00 (Roustabouts, Oil and Gas). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Roustabout Crew Pusher Prevailing Wage
Roustabout Crew Pusher Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Roustabout Crew Pusher for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 47-5071.00 (Roustabouts, Oil and Gas). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Roustabout Hand Prevailing Wage
Roustabout Hand Prevailing Wage
Roustabout Hand is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 47-5071.00 (Roustabouts, Oil and Gas). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Roustabout Pusher Prevailing Wage
Roustabout Pusher Prevailing Wage
Roustabout Pusher positions fall under SOC 47-5071.00 (Roustabouts, Oil and Gas). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does DOL set the prevailing wage for Roustabouts, Oil and Gas?
DOL calculates prevailing wages using Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics across hundreds of metropolitan and nonmetropolitan areas. For SOC 47-5071, DOL publishes four wage levels tied to experience and supervision. Employers filing an LCA for a sponsored roustabout position must pay at least the level that matches the role's actual duties and the worksite's geographic area.
What do the four wage levels mean and how do I know which one applies to my offer?
The four levels reflect increasing experience and independence. Level 1 covers entry-level workers under close supervision. Level 2 covers qualified workers handling standard duties with moderate oversight. Level 3 covers experienced workers who handle complex tasks with limited supervision. Level 4 covers senior or lead workers with significant autonomy. The employer selects the level when filing the LCA, and it must accurately reflect the job duties described in the offer.
Why does the prevailing wage for this role vary so much from city to city?
DOL anchors each prevailing wage to the worksite area listed on the LCA, using BLS regional survey data that captures local labor market conditions. Producing basins in states like Alaska and California show higher wages partly because of higher operating costs and unionized labor markets nearby. Low-concentration markets in parts of Oklahoma and Texas reflect different local supply and demand. The worksite on the LCA, not your employer's headquarters, determines which wage applies.
What happens if a sponsored roustabout offer is below the prevailing wage?
An LCA filed with a wage below the applicable prevailing wage will not receive DOL certification, blocking the H-1B or other sponsored visa petition. If the underpayment is discovered after certification, OFLC can debar the employer and require back-wage payments. USCIS may also deny the petition if wage compliance is questioned during adjudication. Candidates should compare any offer against the published DOL prevailing wage before signing.
How can I find and verify the prevailing wage for a specific U.S. location?
The DOL publishes wages by area and occupation through the OFLC Wage Search tool, which lets you select SOC 47-5071 and a specific metropolitan area to see all four level wages. You can also check OFLC's LCA disclosure data to review what wages prior employers have certified for roustabout filings in a given region. Migrate Mate lists employers with a documented history of sponsoring this occupation, giving you a starting point for identifying who is actively hiring.
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