Pump Operators (Except Wellhead Pumpers)

Top 3 Pump Operator Jobs

  • Brewery Production Operator - BUDWEISER - Columbus,OH

    Budweiser - - Responsibilities: Maintain plant safety standards- safety is our top priority; Performing process quality control checks; Use of Six Sigma lean manufacturing processes; Loading supplies into machinery; Recording process data,...

  • Production/Machine Operator (2nd Shift, Forklift Exp. PLUS) - Coca-Cola Refreshments - Columbus,OH

    The Coca-Cola Company - - Responsibilities: Operate, manage, maintain Filler/Packaging/Box-forming/Palletizing Equipment; Load packages, containers onto machines; Supply line with raw materials needed; Check for proper filling, seals, damaged...

  • Field Service Technician - Columbus - Allied Technical Services - Columbus,OH

    Job Opportunity: Field Service Technician - Pump Systems with Allied Technical Services in Columbus, OH (Marengo area) Do you have strong mechanical skills? Are you a quick learner? Do you have a...

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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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