My phone must've heard me talking shit about my job

I felt like I was FaceTiming my dad who was trying to get me to join him at work

To everyone saying "And now he's broke" this man makes $150,000 a year and lives in trailer for $500. He's fine.

This reminds me of my dad, i never got to see my dad 10 months out of the year and went to go spend the summer with him in his rv, it was the best, he made some good money for our family and i got some real respect for him, rest in peace, 2 months since hes passed fuck cancer.

Imagine if we got candid selfie videos from people in every industry casually explaining how they really function and how you can get started in them.

I worked on a land rig from the time I was 19-24. Double, rotary based out of Illinois but we drilled Illinois Indiana and Kentucky. Anyone who wants to work on a rig, Do NOT be scared. The first 2 months are the hardest but I promise after that your body is used to it. After a year out there the job got super easy and I remember thinking a lot of times “I can’t believe I’m making this much money to do this easy of work. Don’t get me wrong, finish ups are a bitch. But on finish ups I’d always work a 16hour shift on overtime which made it much easier mentally. Sorry for my run-on sentence and my shitty grammar. Like I said above I’m a roughneck not a English major. Good luck men!

It must of been his payday when he shot this and was feeling good lol

Thats the kinda guy I wanna work by. Straight up, clear n on point, just there to do his job n go home. Can tell he'd be easy to learn from

“ hate being away from the family but the money is too good right now “ LOL HONEST MAN 😂😂💯💯💯

No wife or Kids, 32 year old Vet. Shit I'm ready. Also already in TX. Daddy need some new Gucci loafers

Oil goes below zero KZfaq: here we are man

I just left offshore to go land based. Few things to clarify the biggest differences between the 2. -Offshore requires significantly more vetting due to coast guard regulations along with maritime laws etc. -Offshore also is alot more strict on safety. Almost laughable at times. -Land based will generally pay more, because you will be allowed to work more. Offshore is generally around 50% of the year. Same job from offshore to land was a $20k/yr jump for myself. -Offshore housing is free, but cramped and kind of shitty at best. -Offshore food is 100% free along with snacks and drinks etc. -Offshore is significantly easier in terms of getting breaks. I went from contracting on the railroad, getting 0 breaks, 0 lunch, etc to offshore where (atleast my company Seadrill) there was a 15min break every 2 hours and you get lunch. During the 15min breaks, snacks are brought into break room. Generally things like quesadillas, pizza, sandwiches. Then lunch was usually really good. Like surprisingly good. All in all, I would stick with land if you are looking for money. Unless you get on Overseas work, land will allow for more overall hours in the year along with potential per-diem. Anyone looking to just get started QUICKLY, just apply for "roustabout" positions on almost any offshore job. They hire almost anyone that applies. Easy easy money. 12hr days and you generally only WORK for half. The work is 95% easy. The 5% that is not easy is all in your leg endurance. Be prepared to walk up and down stairs constantly. Idc how in shape you are, carrying tanks from u-deck to heli-deck will kick your legs after chasing tag lines for a few hours. Otherwise very easy job.

This guy is America.. Right on bro, keep grinding.

“That’s all this is, people out here making money” 🤙🏽😂

Good luck to the oil folks who bought a 2020 truck with 15% APR

KZfaq recommended this to me when unemployment is at 30%

Or you could learn a trade being a pipefitter, boilermaker, electrician, etc. , work overtime and be home with your family every day ,while making a good living as well. It's whichever you prefer. I'll say this though-as you get older, you'll find that being with family is more important than the all mighty dollar.

He said if you do a background check on me your printer better be full of paper🤣😂😂😂

Im 27 years old, outta shape, and lookin to get out of the food service industry. Thank you for this.

Great video, my wife and I are at work out here in west tx around Pecos on the rig as service hands. We are on day 94. We get people all the time asking about working out here and from my 20 years experience all those people are just curious but will never get up and head this way. The only person that ever did was my wife and I wouldn't do this without her here as my night hand. My advise to anyone coming out here is Save your money, dont finance anything, get the crappy truck to start with and buy the next more decent one cash as well. If you have a mortgage start throwing a lot into it to get it paid off fast. My wife and I drive an older murano out here but its paid for, along with our house etc. Use this influx of money to set yourself up to where if the industry crashes tomorrow (and it can) you can go be the greeter at Walmart to pay your electric. So many people come out here, start making 100k plus a year and finance the 80k truck, the 250k house, and the 40k new car for the wife and kids etc, then when the industry crashes they LOSE EVERYTHING. The cash way is harder but its the right way that'll make your time out here actually amount to something.

Most of these guys bring they’re own mobile homes and live rent free just pull up and set up.....

“If youre gonna run a background check on me, your printer better be full of paper” 😂😂 9:00

I only gave the oil industry a couple years. I started as a laborer running OH crane, forklift, acid tank, sandblasting, etc. Worked my way up to an oilfield tech position and even ended up involved in some of the engineering aspects. Was one of a handful of folks able to rebuild our rotating flow control diverter assemblies being that it was in-house designed proprietary tech. First time on a rig I got 8 hours of sleep total in 5 days. I give the rig boys respect where it is due, you have to be able and willing to work hard. But no family time or holidays allowed, and most trades pay better. Oilfield is very anti-family and hit or miss.

Good stuff man, you seem like an honest and genuine person. I hope all is going well, take care!

Dropping out of college at the moment. Starting tomorrow at 8.

150k a year. This dude is pulling more than programmers. Keep on keepin on man! You're doing a job that, quite literally, keeps this country and many other countries running.

Thanks for sharing, if only more people who are actually working shared how they got their jobs. Honest man right here.

Man if I were younger I’d be on it in a heartbeat. I worked jobs like that in the 90s after I got out of the military. Those jobs were diesel mechanic jobs for the railroad, we repaired locomotives, performed overhauls, field mods etc under contract with GE. Best money I made back then. And yeah, you worked, hard, but everyone did and it was a blast. You left at the end of your shift feeling like you really accomplished something and like I said, the money was good. I’m in my 50s now and I’ve got a decent enough job, but I sure do miss the camaraderie that came with that type of work. You guys keep this country moving, so I appreciate ya.

Oil field starting to look real appealing

For me it’s either Trucking or Pipeline, hard work does pay off. Thanks for the 1.1K likes

Thanks Brother, very much appreciated. Im a SoCal Carpenter and our company keeps us busy the whole year, but this sounds tempting, much luck!👍

This has come up 4 times the past 3 months! It must be telling me something because I sat through this again without getting bored!

Listen to this man. This is a wealth of knowledge because he has actually lived it.

“Here’s how to make extra KZfaq money on top of pipeline money”

Thanks, buddy. I loved listening to you. Best wishes from Europe.

Great primer for the industry from a real dude!well done bro ,im gettin my steeleltoes ready.

150k sounds good.... but no one realizes this man is only 24 years old....

You got a homeless man hired by sharing this info

This is valuable information. This is the stuff I feel like I need to consider. Thank you for this content. Invaluable

Let’s be honest: You didn’t search for this. Also, the reason why he’s filming this in his car is because it’s the only time he has when he’s not exhausted to film.

Just hearing him talk sounds like labor.Whatever he's doing doesn't sound easy but more power to him for his ambition.

*"If you're gonna run a background check on me, your printer better be full of paper"* Lmaoooooooo

Thanks a lot Mr. Cornelius Jackson for being generous with vivid and crucial information, straight to the point. May God bless you brother🙏🙏🙏.

You're have the only video i have seen that ACTUALLY helps 😊 sub for sure

I watched this whole thing for some reason

If I lose my current job i’m driving to West Texas

Beau you guys are a bunch of studs! I work in L E in northern Minnesota for the state. I was bummed when Biden shut down the pipeline. But any chance I had I would buy pipe liners whatever they had or were buying in front of me at the local stores. You guys keep our homes warm in the winter. I only had a couple run-ins over the past 15 years. But just had a serious man to man Talk and that handled the problem. Thanks for all that you guys do.

I like the positive attitude and encouragement to help people work who need work. At the same time “get in where you fit in” he said which is true because the oil isn’t for everyone. It’s hard work, and the culture is super ruthless, cutthroat. The ones who are making most the good money kissed a lot of ass to be where their at few are actually very good at their job.

Owning a trailer lot and charging $500 per space sounds easier

What this man says is true! If you enjoy hard work and good pay, this is the way to go ! I was a pipefitter, Electrican, welder, and I ran heavy equipment, worked hard for ten years, saved my money and retired at 40, and have been retired for 25 years ! GET OUT THERE AND GET IT BOYS, GOOD-LUCK TO ALL !!!=$$$

Love the way you word everything iv been in the oil field for a while n left to do solar plants traveling I’m also from tx but I have to be gone for months in another state Colorado building a site , but I’m glad to be back in tx doing minning for dry plant operator I get 7 days off and 7 days on mixed with a week end I work and don’t . But yea it’s like a oil field job but we don’t have osha they got emsha which kinda sucks cuz it’s federal not state so there safety man are more of a butt but they try to keep everyone safe , but love the way you put words no one can find a job if you don’t try

100k plus with no experience? Plus health benefits? Man I'm in Sweden and I'd take that and never think twice about it. God bless America.

The great Too $hort also said “Get in where you fit in”.

You just MADE MY DAY when you said NOT checking backround records. I have a felony because things I did when I was young DUMB and on pain pills, But I'm ALL ABOUT WORKING HARD and providing for my family these days. I'm gonna have to look into the pipeline work. THANKS HOSS

Thanks for the good info! Good luck on your journey!

Where the heck was this video when I was 19 back in 1987?!?! This is gold-level information for young men today.

“CMON BRUCE!” Best part hands down

Love it. True hard worker who DESERVES the pay. Learning new things on the job while being paid less. I wish most people understood the concept of learning new things on the job and separating yourself from the others who just wanna get a paycheck

Thanks for the video very helpful and informational but above all straight forward .

Thanks for the advice, will take it to the fullest

I’ve been roofing for 15 years this sound way easier wtf have I’ve been thinking

As a surfer here in Hawaii I couldn't agree more when you say "there are no guarantees in Pipeline" ...lol 1:10

Congratulations, you earned it. Hopefully one or a few of us can become self sufficient and Independent.

Thank you for your service. This country owes you a debt of gratitude that can never be fully repaid.

"Get in where you fit in" That's true with any job. Some guys are made to be sitting at a desk with a computer and some guys prefer to be out in the field doing manual labor

Really dig this video, thanks for taking the time to share for some of us... I live in oil country, up in Alberta, everyone had a oil/gas job, always saw the guys bring home big cheques but I never really saw anything of the life out there! Always wanted to get out there, but never felt like I knew anyone who could help me get into the industry! Thanks a million for posting this dude, for real!

Started in the oil patch in 1958, still pumping a couple of leases, enjoy the production end. Worked for Oil Well Supply Co in the sixties in Liberal, El Dorado, Casper.. great outdoor occupation.

This is soooo true thankfully my dad was never layed off he barely stopped working and I’m sure he was the best at it I heard it over 1000 times from his working friends

Beau you're a good dude Thanks for the info over these past few months plus the encouragement.

My cousin started working in the oil industry with no experience when he was in his early/mid twenties. He makes bank. Been doing it for over 10 years. He's an drilling consultant I think. He has a twin engine he flies to work. I think he typically works 2 weeks on 2 weeks off. He was making 300 grand when he was in his early 30's.

Good for you. I hope the wife appreciates your sacrifice. And thanks for all the information 🙏

I think people are not seeing that the largest part of the salary comes from overtime. You can get paid $18 an hour and work 80 hours a week and get paid $93,600. Living in the middle of nowhere working 7 days a week 12 hours a day is definitely one way to make $80,000 +, but if you take off a few months to rest at $30 an hour you are losing $12,000 every month so your paycheck can easily drop below $100,000 in 2.5 months of not working.

Stay away from the oilfield lol I been in it for 7 or so years and it is up and down, not the place to really retire from. Get your money and get out

GOD BLESS YOU NEVER GIVE UP ON YOUR DREAMS

I appreciate the info. Great tip. I’m on it.

I used to to chase pipe from west texas clear up to wyoming in my 1974 camper. But i had enough of the road. Then i got into UST installs starting my own excavation & consulting company now piping out gas stations. I like it better. No welding all poly and fiberglass stuff. Its more a game of who you know, but Im home every night. State and fire dept permits are the major hassle, also getting parts is hard sometimes. The jobs are small and slow but i run the whole thing and make all the money now. Along with a couple side gigs im gonna be doing great by this time next year. Much less stressed. Adequate sleep and food now.

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Heard my job was considering my termination then this video appears lol

sir i just wanted to let you know you’ve really opened my eyes to a opportunity that i never knew existed i can’t thank you enough im exited i want to get into this line of work im 19 physically capable and i have nothing going on in life to keep me from this

I'm so glad I found this video. My dream is to be an entertainer doing voice acting/dark jokes/music but I know there's little to no money in that. This doesn't seem like a bad route to go down at all. Appreciate the info!

Proud of you man, masters degree as an OT and your kicking my ass by 50k!!💪I travel and still hard pressed to net 75k - 85k after taxes and if I where to be paying my student loans I’d not be able to save 500 to 1k a mo. This whole country need a damn raise. Take care.

Difference between rich and wealthy..... this guy, rich the guy that signs his check, wealthy

corona: *Hold my beer"

Thanks for the video brother . Very helpful. I’m thinking about switching professions.

God Bless this man for trying to help people.

Thanks for the info man really appreciate it💯

THANKS MAN FOR THIS VIDEO 👍 I THINK IM GONNA HEAD UP THERE SOON

Finally someone who tells the truth. Other people over exaggerate their job to make them look special. It really isn’t that bad. My husband is a welder.

Just started roustabout in midland, not even a week in and I’ve already made $1500, I came to midland because of this video, so thank you sir!

No clue how this got in my recommended.. im in the Northeast 🤷🏻‍♂️

I can’t thank you enough for this video.

Worked in oil field started 17 yr. old and retired 70 yr old. Most was drilling and worked in 28 countries. I did not graduate from high school'

Just a dude who loves laying pipe

Thanks for taking the time to tell us what’s up man, appreciate it. Didn’t think I would watch all 12 minutes but damn, hella woke me up haha

I'm glad this popped up into the recommendations for other people. Not to discredit Universities but once you're out of High school going to University doesn't have to be your only option. Especially if you don't know what to do. I'm currently getting into the automotive field, at the start the pay is average eventually it builds up. Since cars are getting computerized the pay got higher. At California, they got minimum wage made for auto technicians (24$/hr). With California being strict you can see it as a good thing if you live there already. If you can work at Cali you can practically work everywhere else.

It's hard work on a pipeline, been around the goose a few times rooting and in the cap shacks. you eat when your welder tells you to, and you better eat fast! I got my ticket as a Steamfitter and I mostly work in gas refineries but I am truly grateful I can live comfortably and proud of what I do.

My brother in the oil field, hard work long hours. He also has no wife and kids. Perfect for him... Me, I work on a shrimp boat out in the ocean sometimes 10 to 14 day trips, hard work aswell. Sometimes we catching great and the pay is good... "Sometimes".

I’m a tax accountant in the middle of the city, thank you for sharing your thoughts and opinions about your career, it’s really insightful for us who have no idea.

Great information... love to hear about American jobs like this. As Woody Allen said, "80% of success is just showing up!"

He is saying ''it's not that hard'' but it is hard for most people. I worked fly in-fly out in the oil sands for 9 years and the hardest part for most people, in my opinion, was being away from their friends and family. Your friends and family typically move on. The weather is really harsh especially in the winter and even for us in skilled trades, the work is often menial. I didn't mind that, but a lot of people did - they wanted to advance their skills and not just sit in a truck waiting for safety permits and then pulling cable in a ditch. Most people can't do it, especially people who are not cut out for physical work. The job culture is also tough up there. The money sounds amazing but when you start making it, at some point (I) started seeing certain things as being more important than big money. Namely, not having to watch my kids grow up on a computer screen. And sure, I'm a mom but I found that a lot of the dads were having very similar issues.