Pump Operators (Except Wellhead Pumpers)

Top 3 pump operators Jobs

Electric Motor Mechanic - Horner Industrial Group - Indianapolis, IN
Proper use of testing and measuring equipment: high potential meters, multi meters, AC
Cement Supervisors (CDL Not Req.) Pump Operators $120K+ Up to $300/ - Walter Resource Partners - San Antonio, TX
Providing Opportunities for cementing services to leading upstream oil and gas companies engaged in the exploration and production of North American
Electro-mechanical Technician - Royal Hospitality Services - Somerville, MA
Must be able to read and interpret electrical schematic diagrams and utilize a variety of testing equipment for troubleshooting of equipment and

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

2014 employment: 13,100
May 2015 median annual wage: $42,420

Job Outlook for Pump operators

Projected employment change, 2014–24:

Number of new jobs: 1,100
Growth rate: 8 percent (As fast as 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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*Some content used by permission of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor.