Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators
Role Overview
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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Salary by State (top paying)
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| Michigan | $107,550 |
| Kansas | $105,790 |
| Alaska | $104,550 |
| Indiana | $98,360 |
| Ohio | $91,740 |
| New Mexico | $84,960 |
| West Virginia | $78,780 |
| Texas | $77,370 |
| Montana | $73,540 |
| Nebraska | $64,230 |
| Arkansas | $64,110 |
| Pennsylvania | $64,080 |
| Virginia | $63,410 |
| Tennessee | $62,650 |
| California | $60,270 |
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Median Annual Salary
$71,510
Projected Growth (10yr)
+-1.3%
Avg. annual openings
0.6k
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