Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers
Operate or control petroleum refining or processing units. May specialize in controlling manifold and pumping systems, gauging or testing oil in storage tanks, or regulating the flow of oil into pipelines.
Common Job Titles
- Gauger
- Operator
- Pumper
- Refinery Operator
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
34,860
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $59,790. 25th percentile: U.S. $77,970. 50th percentile: U.S. $97,540. 75th percentile: U.S. $104,660. 90th percentile: U.S. $112,920. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $59,790 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $112,920 |
| Workers on average earn | $90,970 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Production and Processing3.6/5
- Public Safety and Security3.6/5
- Mechanical3.5/5
- Administration and Management3.5/5
- Mathematics3.2/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
Technology Skills
- Email software
- Inventory tracking software
- Programmable logic controller PLC software
- Supervisory control and data acquisition SCADA software
Tools & Equipment
- Adjustable handwrenches
- Allen wrench sets
- Calibrated hydrometer
- Chain boomers
- Compressor control panels
- Digital feeler gauges
- Electric centrifuges
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