Bakken Bound

http://bakkenshale.com/companies/

I found this information when I typed in "companies in the bakken oil fields" on Google. Not sure where they are located at up there, but here is a list of companies to look for.

Good luck and keep us updated!

 

Just be prepared. The oil rig count in 77 was around 4500, it plummeted to less than 900 and is now 1913 I believe. We are about to go bust again IMHO. Most frac companies work you horrendous hours. Try to get on a rig as a Worm. Ideal job, big money and good hrs.

 

Lol. There is literally NOTHING data-wise to suggest we will be going "bust" again any time soon. Not only is demand skyrocketing due not just to domestic factors but also major international markets, but the biggest differentiating factor between now and back before the last bust is that price of oil could be magically cut in half overnight (and then some) and fracking would still be majorly profitable.

The bust will happen one day, but that day isn't any time soon.

 

be sure to check bismanonline.com too, they have a listing for oilfield jobs up here, a lot of locals go to it before they go to craigslist.
when asking about pay be sure to ask about housing, some companies pay more but then charge more for company housing. others expect drivers to sleep 2 to a room. key energy is a good starter company, good place to get all the safety certifications, then quit and find a better company (most are better than key).
also, nuverra (formerly power fuels), deer valley transport, braun trucking, concord, plains all american, jbs, pilot flying j (they haul fuel to rigs). in addition there are literally hundreds of small, 2-5 truck outfits, it doesn't hurt to post your own ad on bisman or craigslist with a brief run down of what you are looking for.

 

Wishing you the very best brmac. I'll be heading up there pretty soon as well. Like you I have been, reading and researching as much as possible. Good luck and keep us posted.

 

Jericho. Out of Watford

 

From what I have seen on here, percentage is good IF you have experience and know where the wells are located at. It seems that being new you would want hourly because you may only get one load a day because you will spend a big chunk of time just trying to figure out where you are going. So I would think find something hourly until you know the area really well.