Pump Operators (Except Wellhead Pumpers)

Top 3 Pump Operator Jobs

  • Stand-up Forklift operator - ACCEL - Columbus,OH

    Stand-up Forklift operator - New Albany At Job&Talent, we are recruiting for a Stand-up Forklift operator to work with a leading company in the logistics sector in New Albany. This role involves moving materials throughout the warehouse...

  • 3rd Shift Packer - Bright International - Columbus,OH

    3rd Shift Packer - New Albany At Job&Talent, we are recruiting for a 3rd Shift Packer to work with Bright International in New Albany. This full-time, in-person role offers hands-on experience in the assembly and packaging of high-quality...

  • Packaging Technician - Keurig Dr Pepper - Columbus,OH

    Job Overview: Production Technician II - Columbus, OH The Production Technician II at Keurig Dr Pepper operates, monitors, troubleshoots, and maintains production...

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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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