Pump Operators (Except Wellhead Pumpers)

Top 3 Pump Operator Jobs

  • Forklift Operator - Luxor Staffing - Grove City,OH

    Job DescriptionJob Description Luxor Staffing is hiring Clamp Operator starting pay at $20 with 2nd shift available. Weekly pay, possible overtime, incentive and bonus programs, optional direct deposit, benefits...

  • Fork Lift Operator - Muliple Shifts - Abacus Corporation - West Jefferson,OH

    Job DescriptionJob Description 3PL Forklift Operator Location: West Jefferson, OH Pay: $20.00–$21.86 per hour, depending on shift Industry: Third-Party...

  • Load Checker needed in the Great State of Ohio - Contract Lumber - Groveport,OH

    Location: Groveport, Ohio Salary Range: Based on Experience Full Benefits, Profit Sharing & 401K Monday – Friday, 1st Shift (Flexible) 40hrs/wk. (ability to work overtime, when needed) Tired of the same old job postings and boring jobs? Join us at...

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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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