Pump Operators (Except Wellhead Pumpers)

Top 3 Pump Operator Jobs

  • Parts Puller - Fenix Parts - Columbus,OH

    Join the Green Automotive Revolution at Fenix Parts About Fenix Parts: Fenix Parts isn't just a company; it's an essential part of the automotive recycling revolution. As a leading force in the recycling and...

  • Operator - IGEL - Columbus,OH

    Operating Engineer Hours: 7-5 p.m.; weekend and evening hours as required. Job Location: Various Job Sites Summary: Our Operating Engineers operate a variety of different machinery and work on different types of construction job...

  • Utility Operator - EVERSTAFF - Columbus,OH

    Job Description Chemical Operator - Columbus, OH Pay: $25 to $29+ per hour Shift: 12-hour rotating night shifts (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM) Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Life, Disability, and Cancer...

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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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