Career Profile
Wellhead Pumpers
Wellhead Pumpers operate power pumps and auxiliary equipment to produce flow of oil or gas from wells in oil field.
General Information
Operate power pumps and auxiliary equipment to produce flow of oil or gas from wells in oil field.
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Wellhead Pumpers
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 6 openings per year are projected for Wellhead Pumpers.
Employment Change
Employment for Wellhead Pumpers is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 8.5% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $31.57/hour. Entry level workers are paid $19.68, while experienced workers are paid $35.85. The median wage is above average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 40 Wellhead Pumpers in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 43.
Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Wellhead Pumpers are Oil and Gas Extraction, Support Activities for Mining, and Utility System Construction.
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Wellhead Pumpers include Mechanical, Mathematics, and Administrative.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Wellhead Pumpers is HS diploma or less. 8% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.