Scotian, I also have an Associate's but it's in Process Operation. It's aimed more at chemical processing but I'm sure it'll apply to most jobs in oil. I don't want to start a trend of asking questions about every little detail (especially since you've already provided so much info), but what kind of pay does a "production operator"/process operator typically get, relative to other positions?
I'm sure my degree wouldn't pigeonhole me into that specific area but I'm just curious where that aspect of the job falls in terms of pay and schedule. I live in an area where process operators are paid EXTREMELY well (3 major chemical companies in my hometown) but none of them are hiring at the moment and I'm wanting to move anyways.
Thanks in advance and also thanks for all of your info. I haven't posted yet but I've been closely watching all of your oil related posts and they were actually partially responsible for me finishing my degree this last semester.
I'm sure my degree wouldn't pigeonhole me into that specific area but I'm just curious where that aspect of the job falls in terms of pay and schedule. I live in an area where process operators are paid EXTREMELY well (3 major chemical companies in my hometown) but none of them are hiring at the moment and I'm wanting to move anyways.
Thanks in advance and also thanks for all of your info. I haven't posted yet but I've been closely watching all of your oil related posts and they were actually partially responsible for me finishing my degree this last semester.