Wellhead Pumpers
Job Zone 2 - Some preparation needed
Operate power pumps and auxiliary equipment to produce flow of oil or gas from wells in oil field.
Median pay: $69,960/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: -4.7% projected growth, 2024–2034 — declining.
About 2,000 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Monitor pumps and flow lines for gas and fluid leaks.
• Gauge oil and gas production.
• Start compressor engines and divert oil from storage tanks into compressor units and auxiliary equipment to recover natural gas from oil.
• Monitor control panels during pumping operations to ensure that materials are being pumped at the correct pressure, density, rate, and concentration.
• Operate engines and pumps to shut off wells according to production schedules, and to switch flow of oil into storage tanks.
• Repair gas and oil meters and gauges.
• Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
What's the median pay for Wellhead Pumpers?
The median pay for Wellhead Pumpers is $69,960 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Wellhead Pumpers?
Employment for Wellhead Pumpers is projected to change -4.7% from 2024 to 2034 - declining.
What education is typically required for Wellhead Pumpers?
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
How many job openings are there each year for Wellhead Pumpers?
About 2,000 openings per year, on average, over the decade.