Wage Theft

A specialised team deployed to pump high-pressure fluid into a wellbore to stimulate production. For subcontractors, these crews are typically mobilised on short-term contracts tied to a frac campaign schedule. Crew size, certifications, and equipment requirements are usually dictated by the operating company or prime contractor.

A specialised team deployed to perform hydraulic fracturing operations at a well site. For subcontractors, frac crews represent high-demand, time-sensitive engagements with strict headcount and certification requirements. Crew size and composition directly affect your labour costs, scheduling, and invoicing structure.

A U.S. federal agency that tracks wage rates, employment trends, and labour costs by trade and region. Subcontractors use BLS data to benchmark crew rates and support bid pricing. It also publishes injury and fatality statistics relevant to oil and gas and construction fields.

When a subcontractor embeds personnel or equipment at a client's site for an extended engagement. This reduces mobilisation costs and improves response time for ongoing work. It is common on large construction or production sites requiring continuous support.

The rate at which workers leave and must be replaced within a field crew or subcontractor roster. High churn drives up recruiting and onboarding costs, disrupts project continuity, and strains client relationships.

Organised work stoppages or slowdowns by unionised labour, such as strikes or lockouts, that can halt site operations. Subcontractors may face project delays, contract disputes, or force majeure claims as a result. Review your MSA carefully for provisions covering liability during third-party industrial action.

When Your Crew's Behaviour Becomes a Business Problem: Managing Field Conduct on Active Subcontracts

What subcontractors are liable for when field personnel create conflict on a GC-managed site, and how to protect your contracts before it becomes a termination issue.

How to Get Your First Oilfield Job: A Practical Guide for Tradespeople and CDL Holders

No oilfield experience? No problem. Learn which certifications, service lines, and job boards actually get tradespeople and CDL holders hired.

From the Field to the Office: What Oilfield Workers Should Know Before Making the Switch

Thinking about moving from field work to an office role? This guide covers how your field experience translates into technical and operations positions, what the transition actually looks like, and the trade-offs most people do not talk about until it is too late.