Pump Operators (Except Wellhead Pumpers)

Top 3 Pump Operator Jobs

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    We are currently on the lookout for an experienced Non-CDL Bus Driver to join our elite team in Columbus, Ohio for our contract with COTA. As a key member, you will be entrusted with ensuring safe and comfortable transportation for our passengers,...

  • Controls Technician, Data Center Capacity Delivery, Amazon Data Services, Inc - Amazon Data Services - Dublin,OH

    As a member of the Global Controls Team, you will collaborate with highly motivated operators, engineers and technicians in the data center industry to maintain and optimize critical infrastructure systems. You will be responsible for troubleshooting...

  • Travel Echo Tech - $2,421 per week in Ohio - AlliedTravelCareers - Columbus,OH

    Echo Tech Location: Ohio Agency: KPG Healthcare Pay: $2,421 per week Shift Information: 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration:...

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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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