Key Energy Services employees working as Rig Operator in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 4 out of 5 stars, based on 1 ratings. This is 7% lower than the average of Rig Operator professionals at Key Energy Services worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Rig Operator ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $106,581 per year (estimate) and goes up to $142,955 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Rig Operator at Key Energy Services is $69,695 per year or $34 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $104,088 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $56,948 (25th percentile) and $86,297 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 3 salaries submitted by Key Energy Services Rig Operator professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Rig Operator professionals typically earn between $27 and $41 per hour.
Rig Operator professionals typically earn between $4,746 and $7,191 monthly.
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