Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators

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Job Description


	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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Job Requirements


	Experience: Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.

	Education: These occupations usually require a high school diploma.

	Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators
Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas	1,350
Natural Gas Distribution	610
Oil and Gas Extraction	280
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods (4242 and 4246 only)	240
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods (4241, 4247, and 4249 only)	160
Other Pipeline Transportation	110
Local Government, excluding schools and hospitals (OES Designation)	100
Chemical Manufacturing (3251, 3252, 3253, and 3259 only)	90
Machinery, Equipment, and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers	90
Support Activities for Mining	70

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators
Average Annual Salary	$62,900
Average Hourly Wage	$30.24
Total Employment	3,460