Oil Field Operation Careers General Purpose: To inform Specific Purpose: To discuss the details of a career in the Oil

Field Industry

Jobe Authement

Central Idea: A job in the oil industry can provide an interesting and fulfilling career. I. Introduction A. Oil Industry Operations Jobs are in high demand. 1. Companies need skilled workers to meet future energy demands. 2. There are many benefits and financial incentives associated with this career field. B. Oil industry jobs can be both rewarding and demanding 1. Pay and compensation. 2. Lifestyle and physical requirements 3. Safety, Health, and Environmental precautions. Transition: Oil Field jobs provide excellent compensation and benefits that are well above the national average for all job sectors. II. Body A. Pay and Compensation in the Oil industry 1. Average pay for this job sector for field operations and professionals. 2. Many companies offer some of the best retirement (401k matches), pension plans, etc. of any industry. 3. Salaries in the oil industry are above the national average for all industries. Transition: The pay and benefits of oil industry jobs also come with an alternative lifestyle that is different from other industries. B. Lifestyle of Oil and Gas workers 1. The work is usually outdoors in a remote or exotic environment such as offshore or in a foreign country. 2. Workers may work rotating schedules on a as needed or on call basis i.e. (7 and 7, 14 and 14, or 28 and 28, etc.). 3. Many weeks can be spent away from home and family. 4. Usually will have to work in the elements or work extended hours including overtime, night/day rotations. Transition: The lifestyle of an oil and gas job also comes with many safety preparations and regulations. C. Safety, Health, and Environmental Issues.

Oil Field Operation Careers

Jobe Authement

1. Safety is a key priority when working in the oil and gas industry. Companies invest major capital in insuring their employees are properly trained and educated on the operations safety. 2. The industry has many safety regulations and training requirements for those who work on or around oil field platforms. 3. The health of employees is taken into consideration and well as the health of the surrounding communities and environment. Transition: Oil industry jobs provide high paying jobs, an alternative lifestyle, and leading the manufacturing industry in safety precautions. III. Conclusion: A. The Pros and Cons of Oil and Gas jobs. 1. Oil and Gas supplies our energy demands and needs for the future 2. The industry employs many people and provides economic support. 3. The industry has had both positive and negative impacts on the safety, health, and well being of people and the surrounding environment. B. Oil and Gas will be here for the future and will continue to provide excellent job opportunities.