Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers
On the Job
Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers tend, control, or operate power-driven, stationary, or portable pumps. They transfer gases, oil, or other materials to and from other equipment.
Typical Work Tasks
People who work in this career often:
- Monitor cargo area conditions.
- Test materials, solutions, or samples.
- Communicate with others to coordinate material handling or movement.
- Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments.
- Report vehicle or equipment malfunctions.
- Control pumps or pumping equipment.
- Monitor equipment gauges or displays to ensure proper operation.
- Record operational or production data.
- Collect samples for analysis or testing.
- Connect hoses to equipment or machinery.
Typical Working Conditions
- Exposure to sounds or noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
- Working outdoors exposed to weather.
- Wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, or life jackets.
- Having face-to-face discussions.
- Working with a group or team.
- Making decisions that impact co-workers or company results.
- The importance of being accurate or exact.
- Exposure to hazardous conditions.
- Responsibility for others' health and safety.
- Meeting strict deadlines.
- Using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
This page includes information from the O*NET 24.2 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA.
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