Pump Operators (Except Wellhead Pumpers)

Top 3 Pump Operator Jobs

  • Forklift Driver - Costco - Sterling,VA

    Costco Wholesale Corp. - - Responsibilities: Operate a stand-up electric forklift to move pallets of merchandise and equipment throughout the warehouse; Hand stack product from partial pallets onto full pallets and assist with stocking;...

  • EXPRESS LUBE TECHNICIAN: 2ND SHIFT - Carter Machinery - Sterling,VA

    Carter Machinery Location: Sterling, VA 20166, USA Category: Service Posted Date: September 4, 2026 Requisition_Number: EXPRE006565 Schedule: Full Time EOE...

  • Telephone Screener (Remote) - Hire Standard Staffing - Ashburn,VA

    Position: Remote Benefits Representative Company: American Income Life (a proud member of Globe...

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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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