Roustabout
Term · Oil and gas · MLC-T-OAG-003205
A general laborer on an oil rig or production platform, performing a variety of tasks that do not require specialized skills. Roustabouts assist with loading and unloading supplies, cleaning equipment, painting, and general maintenance. They work under the supervision of a foreman and contribute to the overall upkeep and operational readiness of the facility.
| Identifier | MLC-T-OAG-003205 |
|---|---|
| Field | Oil and gas |
| Subject | Drilling |
Record as JSON
{
"id": "MLC-T-OAG-003205",
"term": "Roustabout",
"field": "Oil and gas",
"definition": "A general laborer on an oil rig or production platform, performing a variety of tasks that do not require specialized skills. Roustabouts assist with loading and unloading supplies, cleaning equipment, painting, and general maintenance. They work under the supervision of a foreman and contribute to the overall upkeep and operational readiness of the facility.",
"subject": "Drilling",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/roustabout/"
}
Record 3,408 of 4,469 in Oil and gas terminology (MLC-0103). Request the full dataset.