Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers

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  • Refinery Material Handler - GFL Environmental - Columbus,OH

    The primary function of the refinery material handler will be to perform the sampling, monitor and load/unload incoming trucks and railcars, monitor tank levels, and perform transfers of material within the tank farm, daily. This position reports to...

  • Packaging Operator - Mars, Incorporated - Columbus,OH

    Mars Petcare- Packaging Operator - Columbus, Ohio. Shift: 3rd Shift (7 pm- 7:30 am) 2.2.3 schedule. Hourly Rate: $26.87/hour Shift Premium: $1.50/hour. There are two (2) openings. Description of the Role:The Packaging Operator is a multi-skilled...

  • Warehouse Material Handler (1206) - ABC Supply - Columbus,OH

    ABC Supply, the nation's largest distributor of exterior and interior building products, is seeking a motivated Warehouse Material Handler to join its team. In this role, you will receive materials, pull orders for walk-in customers, operate...

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What They Do

Operate or control petroleum refining or processing units. May specialize in controlling manifold and pumping systems, gauging or testing oil in storage tanks, or regulating the flow of oil into pipelines.


Salary

  • 2020 employment: 40,600
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $79,540

Job Outlook

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 2,300
  • Growth rate: 6 percent (As fast as average)

How to Become One

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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