Pump Operators (Except Wellhead Pumpers)

Top 3 Pump Operator Jobs

  • Project Manager - Water Treatment/Pumping - Jacobs - Reston,VA

    As global supply and demand for water intensifies, solving the world's most complex water challenges demands different thinking - and that's where we come in. We're seeking a Water Treatment/Pumping Project Manager to join our mid-Atlantic and...

  • Project Manager - Water/Wastewater - Kimley-Horn & Associates - Reston,VA

    Manage, lead, and expand practice teams for multi-discipline projects and programs of work in the fields of water/wastewater treatment projects, water and wastewater pumping systems, and large diameter conveyance (water distribution and wastewater...

  • Heavy Equipment Operator - Centuri Group - Merrifield,VA

    Pay Rate: $27.69/hour Centuri companies consider several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education, training and skills, and geographic location. Who We Are...

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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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