Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Michigan
Petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers control equipment that processes crude oil into usable products at refineries and storage facilities. They monitor manifold and pumping systems, measure oil quality and quantity in storage tanks, and regulate oil flow into pipelines In Michigan the median pay is $84,030 a year, 13% below the national median of $96,710.
$84,030median pay in Michigan, per year
$64,980–$95,450middle half earn
180employed in Michigan
$96,710U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes
Preparation: Some preparation (usually high school; some on-the-job training). Most hold a high school diploma.
Skills that matter most
Operations MonitoringOperation and ControlMonitoringReading ComprehensionSpeakingComplex Problem SolvingActive ListeningWriting
Knowledge areas
Production and ProcessingPublic Safety and SecurityMechanicalAdministration and ManagementMathematics (knowledge)English Language
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers.
Licenses and training in Michigan
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers pay in other states
Alaska · $124,530Louisiana · $106,640Utah · $105,980Ohio · $105,150New Jersey · $104,540Washington · $103,620California · $103,250Illinois · $102,890Minnesota · $101,910Kansas · $101,880
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 51-8093.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Michigan, annual.