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TIPRO NEWS RELEASES AND STATEMENTS

Texas Upstream Employment Data Delayed, While Government Shutdown Threatens Broader Energy Ecosystem

Austin, Texas – Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown and suspension of related services, the Current Employment Statistics (CES) report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the month of September has been delayed until the government resumes operations.

 

According to analysis by the Texas Independent Producers and Royalty Owners Association (TIPRO), the estimated employment trajectory in the Texas upstream sector through September 2025 illustrates a precarious balance between operational resilience and mounting headwinds, as declining global oil prices collide with tariffs and geopolitical flashpoints like escalated sanctions on Russia and Iran. Texas oil and natural gas extraction jobs are projected to dip modestly to 69,650 in September compared to August (-0.5 percent m/m), buoyed by Permian Basin efficiencies, yet tempered by corporate consolidations and workforce reductions amid rising costs per barrel. Support Activities employment in Texas, estimated at 134,425 in September (-0.5 percent m/m), face sharper volatility from rig count erosion (down 7.6 percent y/y) and service sector streamlining, exacerbating a net Q3 contraction despite high job postings.

 

Combined, Texas upstream sector employment is estimated at 204,075 in September (-0.5 percent m/m), said TIPRO, underscoring the Permian’s outsized role in sustaining Texas’ upstream employment at ~205,000 while navigating tariff uncertainties, various global supply and demand scenarios, and federal furloughs. These dynamics highlight the industry’s indispensable economic engine, while fortifying U.S. energy security through Texas production dominance.

 

From January to September 2025, employment in the Texas upstream sector displayed early resilience followed by late-summer softening, noted TIPRO. Oil and Gas Extraction added a net 1,450 jobs (+2.1 percent), peaking at 70,200 in June and July before an estimated -350 job dip in September, driven by robust Permian production but offset by layoffs and lower oil prices. Support Activities employment saw a net loss of 875 jobs (-0.6 percent), with a February–May surge (+2,800) undone by mid-year declines (-3,400 in June–July) and a modest September drop (-675), reflecting rig count and services reductions. Combined, the sectors gained 575 jobs (+0.3 percent), reaching an estimated 204,075 by September, underscoring the Permian Basin’s critical yet volatile role in sustaining Texas’ energy workforce.

 

Meanwhile, despite these uncertainties, TIPRO’s new workforce data still indicated strong job postings for the Texas oil and natural gas industry. According to the association, there were 10,167 active unique jobs postings for the Texas oil and natural gas industry last month, essentially flat compared to postings in August, and 4,233 new postings, compared to 3,806 in the previous month. In comparison, the state of Pennsylvania had 2,668 unique job postings in September, followed by California (2,659), Ohio (2,271), and Illinois (2,217). TIPRO reported a total of 58,878 unique job postings nationwide last month within the oil and natural gas sector, including 22,992 new postings.

 

Among the 19 specific industry sectors TIPRO uses to define the Texas oil and natural gas industry, Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations led in the ranking for unique job listings in September with 2,215 postings, followed by Gasoline Stations with Convenience Stores (2,073), Petroleum Refineries (1,165), and Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas (749). The leading four cities by total unique oil and natural gas job postings were Houston (2,528), Midland (679), Dallas (410) and Odessa (341), said TIPRO.

 

The top four companies ranked by unique job postings in September were Love’s (875), ExxonMobil (326), Murphy USA (312), Energy Transfer (278), and NOV (222), according to the association. Of the top ten companies listed by unique job postings last month, four companies were in the services sector, three in the gasoline stations with convenience stores category, two midstream companies and one fully integrated oil and natural gas company. Top posted industry occupations for September included cashiers (421), maintenance and repair workers general (360), and heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers (275).

 

Top qualifications for unique job postings in September included valid driver’s license (1,788), transportation worker identification credential (TWIC) card (246), and commercial driver’s license (CDL) (244). TIPRO reports that 36 percent of unique job postings had no education requirement listed, 35 percent required a bachelor’s degree and 30 percent required a high school diploma or GED. There were 2,477 advertised salary observations (24 percent of the 10,167 matching postings) with a median salary of $52,600. The highest percentage of advertised salaries (29 percent) were in the $85,000 to $500,000 range.

 

Additional TIPRO workforce trends data:

 

  • – A list of unique job postings by state in September can be viewed here.
  • – A sample of industry job postings in Texas for September can be viewed here.
  • – The top three posting sources in September ​included www.indeed.com (2,869), www.simplyhired.com (2,837) and www.dejobs.org (1,768).

 

TIPRO also notes tax contributions by the state’s oil and natural gas industry remain high in spite of shifting industry and market conditions. According to recent data from the Texas comptroller’s office, in September, Texas energy producers paid $444 million in oil production taxes and $224 million in natural gas production taxes. Oil and gas tax revenue helps to provide essential funding for programs that benefit all Texans, including public education, state roads and highways, first responders and other important public services.

 

Moreover, TIPRO spotlights additional data confirming record-high oil and natural gas production in Texas and across the U.S. this summer. U.S. crude oil production in July grew to 13.64 million barrels per day (bpd), according to new figures released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). This is up from June, when U.S. oil production totaled 13.5 million bpd. In Texas, the nation’s top oil and gas producing state, oil output also increased in July, rising to 5.8 million bpd, said the EIA. Gross natural gas production in the U.S. Lower 48 states hit a record 121.62 billion cubic feet per day (bcf/d) in July, up from 120.57 bcf/d in June, the EIA also reported. In Texas, monthly natural gas output in July jumped by 1.4 percent to reach an all-time high of 37.35 bcf/d.

 

Projections for West Texas Intermediate (WTI) in late 2025 paint a mixed picture, adds TIPRO. The EIA anticipates an annual average of roughly $65 per barrel, but a fourth-quarter dip toward $61–$63 is likely as OPEC+ ramps up and U.S. output holds firm at 13.5 million barrels per day. Optimistic outlooks suggest a potential rebound to $64 by November, driven by seasonal demand or unexpected supply disruptions. However, more cautious forecasts warn of a slide to $54 by year-end. The Permian Basin, powering nearly half of U.S. oil production, remains a linchpin, but low prices challenge profitability, prompting efficiency drives and workforce adjustments.

 

TIPRO continues to track the supply and demand trends that are impacting American producers. As the federal government shutdown threatens our nation’s stability, the organization continues to call on the United States Senate to pass a clean Continuing Resolution (CR) to reopen the government and protect America’s energy security. This is not merely a fiscal impasse, it’s a direct challenge to our nation’s ability to produce affordable, reliable energy. TIPRO emphasizes that Texas, the heart of American energy production, stands ready to continue powering the nation, but a prolonged shutdown risks undermining the broader energy ecosystem that is critical to our country’s strength and global standing.

 

The following statement can be attributed to Ed Longanecker, president of TIPRO:

 

“We appreciate the executive action taken by President Trump to insulate some aspects of our industry from the government shutdown, but the collective, long-term impact on national energy security cannot be ignored. Texas continues to lead the way in domestic oil and gas production, keeping inflation in check, powering American manufacturing, and supplying allies from Europe to Asia with liquefied natural gas (LNG). A prolonged shutdown threatens to stall progress, opening the door for foreign competitors and undermining the energy dominance built through American ingenuity and Texas resolve. Texas producers will keep working, but they need a fully functioning government to ensure their efforts translate into stable markets and robust energy security for the nation. We urge every U.S. senator to act swiftly and pass a clean CR to fund the government without delay or harmful riders. Let’s protect America’s energy security, support the Texas workers who power our nation, and maintain our position as the world’s energy leader. The stakes are too high for politics to stand in the way.”

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