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.
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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 |
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 |
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 |