Pump Operators (Except Wellhead Pumpers)

Top 3 Pump Operator Jobs

  • 3rd Shift Assistant Machine Operator - Pelton Shepherd Industries - Columbus,OH

    Pelton Shepherd Industries is hiring an Assistant Machine Operator to support safe, efficient, and high-quality production operations. This role is ideal for dependable team players with manufacturing experience who want to build technical skills in...

  • Picking - Fastenal - Worthington,OH

    About the Role As a Fastenal Picking Associate, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring that customer orders are accurately and efficiently fulfilled. You'll work in a fast-paced warehouse environment, using various tools and technologies to...

  • Warehouse Days - Warehouse Jobs - Worthington,OH

    About the Role As a Warehouse Days Team Member, you'll play a vital role in ensuring our warehouse operations run smoothly and efficiently. You'll work in a fast-paced environment, handling various tasks from receiving and storing inventory to...

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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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