Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators
Operate steam-, gas-, electric motor-, or internal combustion-engine driven compressors. Transmit, compress, or recover gases, such as butane, nitrogen, hydrogen, and natural gas.
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Salary Information
Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators: $71,510 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Monitor equipment gauges or displays to ensure proper operation. | Maintenance |
| Control pumps or pumping equipment. | General |
| Record operational or production data. | General |
| Direct maintenance or repair activities. | General |
| Test materials, solutions, or samples. | General |
| Collect samples for analysis or testing. | General |
| Clean machinery or equipment. | General |
| Connect hoses to equipment or machinery. | General |
| Clean facilities or work areas. | General |
Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| Computerized maintenance management system CMMS | Facilities management software |
| Programmable logic controller PLC software | Industrial control software |
Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Pipeline Construction Inspector | American Petroleum Institute | Not Available |
| Qualification of Ultrasonic Testing Examiners (Phased Array) | American Petroleum Institute | Not Available |