Texas Oil and Gas Jobs Rise for Third Month in a Row for 2026

Texas oil and gas jobs rise for third month in a row for 2026

MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Texas Workforce Commission released employment data through May 2026, showing that upstream oil and natural gas employment increased by 4,100 jobs. Todd Staples, President of the Texas Oil and Gas Association, told Big 2 News what has contributed to the job growth. "The Permian Basin is the powerhouse of production. [...]

Texas Upstream Energy Jobs Extend Growth Streak to Four Months

Texas' upstream oil and natural gas sector marked its fourth consecutive month of job growth in June 2026, according to newly released data from the Texas Workforce Commission.Employment climbed by 400 jobs in June, building on May's robust increase of over 4,000 upstream jobs. The post Texas Upstream Energy Jobs Extend Growth Streak to Four Months appeared first on Texas Border Business.