Roustabout is a term used to describe a type of manual LABORER who performs a variety of tasks. The term is typically used in the oil and gas industry, but can also refer to a person who works in a circus or carnival. A roustabout is usually a HAND LABORER, meaning they use their hands to perform physical labor. They are often responsible for loading and unloading cargo, setting up and breaking down equipment, and performing general maintenance.