Pump Operators (Except Wellhead Pumpers)

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    Walmart Stores - 2525 Rohr Rd - Responsibilities: Powered Equipment Operations transports freight, pulls merchandise, replaces freight, fills daily orders, and controls freight flow when operating moving equipment in a safe and correct manner;...

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    Come join the Home2/TRU Grove City Maintenance Team Hotel Maintenance Technician--Tools Provided--One Location Full-Time | Columbus, OH Pay: $19-$22/hour depending on experience Position...

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What Pump operators Do

Tend, control, or operate power-driven, stationary, or portable pumps and manifold systems to transfer gases, oil, other liquids, slurries, or powdered materials to and from various vessels and processes.


Pump operator Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 11,100
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $49,580

Job Outlook for Pump operators

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 1,400
  • Growth rate: 13 percent (Faster than average)

How to Become a Pump operator

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

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