[mouse1]

When I worked at Wally World 3 years ago in Wisconsin they were begging people to go to Williston. $15 per hour plus moving and housing expenses. If there is a worker shortage who will build these roads and houses and schools.

[Smokin' Joe]

The Cities in the east part of the state were carping about how much it cost to build roads in oil producing areas. Well, the rate was significantly higher per mile than in the East, but the companies doing the construction were from Minnesota, Fargo, Billings, and the like. The road crews are apparently well-enough compensated they hang on to their jobs.

Fifteen an hour here is about what fast-food workers make. WalMart was paying $18 for night stockers and checkers.

Oilfield wages are significantly higher, include massive overtime, benefits, etc., but usually require background checks and drug testing.