Pump Operators (Except Wellhead Pumpers)

Top 3 Pump Operator Jobs

  • Operations Specialist - Forward Air, Inc. - Groveport,OH

    Position: Operations Specialist Schedule: Mon-Fri 8am - 5pm The Operations Specialist is responsible for managing daily transportation operations within Forward's Truckload...

  • Operations Supervisor 2nd shift - ODW Logistics - Columbus,OH

    ODW Logistics is a people-focused and customer-driven third-party logistics (3PL) provider committed to delivering seamless end-to-end supply chain solutions. Our extensive range of services include supply chain design and innovation, warehousing,...

  • Barback - PBR Columbus - Live! - Columbus,OH

    Barback Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:* Show that you are an energetic, outgoing, fun person while maintaining professionalism.* Perform basic prep work behind the bar: refilling ice bins, restocking beer/liquor, cutting...

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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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