Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers

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.

47 alternate job titles:

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Salary Information

Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers: $60,020 (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
Monitor cargo area conditions. Maintenance
Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures. Maintenance
Maintain material moving equipment in good working condition. Maintenance
Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning. Maintenance
Report vehicle or equipment malfunctions. General
Record operational or production data. General
Measure the level or depth of water or other liquids. General
Control pumps or pumping equipment. General
Plan work operations. General
Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments. General
Clean machinery or equipment. General
Move materials, equipment, or supplies. General
Collect samples for analysis or testing. General
Connect hoses to equipment or machinery. General
Load materials into equipment for processing. General
Test materials, solutions, or samples. General
Communicate with others to coordinate material handling or movement. Management
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    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
    Supervisory control and data acquisition SCADA software Industrial control software
    Operational databases Data base user interface and query software
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      Relevant Certifications

      Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:

      Certification Issuing Organization Practice Test
      Certified Pump Installer National Ground Water Association Not Available
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