Oil Refinery Operator Career

*A job as an Oil Refinery Operator falls under the broader career category of Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for 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.


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Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gauger Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$67,870

Median Hourly Wage

$32.63*

Total Employed Nationally

41,630


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.