Transfer operator vs fluid pump operator

The differences between transfer operators and fluid pump operators can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 1-2 years to become both a transfer operator and a fluid pump operator. Additionally, a fluid pump operator has an average salary of $39,093, which is higher than the $37,335 average annual salary of a transfer operator.

The top three skills for a transfer operator include rig, DOT and OSHA. The most important skills for a fluid pump operator are CDL, rig, and DOT.

Transfer operator vs fluid pump operator overview

	Transfer Operator	Fluid Pump Operator
Yearly salary	$37,335	$39,093
Hourly rate	$17.95	$18.79
Growth rate	7%	7%
Number of jobs	29,813	29,879
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 37%	High School Diploma, 36%
Average age	41	41
Years of experience	2	2

Transfer operator vs fluid pump operator salary

Transfer operators and fluid pump operators have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Transfer Operator	Fluid Pump Operator
Average salary	$37,335	$39,093
Salary range	Between $25,000 And $53,000	Between $27,000 And $54,000
Highest paying City	-	-
Highest paying state	-	-
Best paying company	-	-
Best paying industry	-	-

Differences between transfer operator and fluid pump operator education

There are a few differences between a transfer operator and a fluid pump operator in terms of educational background:

	Transfer Operator	Fluid Pump Operator
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 37%	High School Diploma, 36%
Most common major	Business	Business
Most common college	-	-

Transfer operator vs fluid pump operator demographics

Here are the differences between transfer operators' and fluid pump operators' demographics:

	Transfer Operator	Fluid Pump Operator
Average age	41	41
Gender ratio	Male, 71.3% Female, 28.7%	Male, 95.2% Female, 4.8%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 11.3% Unknown, 4.5% Hispanic or Latino, 22.7% Asian, 2.3% White, 57.8% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.5%	Black or African American, 10.5% Unknown, 4.5% Hispanic or Latino, 23.7% Asian, 2.3% White, 57.6% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.5%
LGBT Percentage	8%	8%

Differences between transfer operator and fluid pump operator duties and responsibilities

Transfer operator example responsibilities.

Ensure timely response in changes make by management.
Report any facts concerning vehicles maintenance, to management.
Serve as safety steward between company, union, and OSHA conducting monthly safety tours at plants.
Operate heavy machinery such as bobcat equipment and also operate and pave asphalt perform demolition work.
Take field readings to ensure the DCS and field gauges are accurate.

Fluid pump operator example responsibilities.

Set up concrete pump, operate boom, manage all aspects of vehicle safety and pump operations including concrete quality assurance.
Operate heavy machinery such as bobcat equipment and also operate and pave asphalt perform demolition work.
Handle preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain proper equipment safety and functionality.

Transfer operator vs fluid pump operator skills

Common transfer operator skills

Rig, 18%
DOT, 18%
OSHA, 13%
Hand Tools, 12%
Safety Rules, 9%
PPE, 6%

Common fluid pump operator skills

CDL, 21%
Rig, 19%
DOT, 17%
Post-Trip Inspections, 16%
Equipment Inspections, 10%
Well Control, 9%

Transfer Operator vs. similar jobs

Transfer Operator related careers

Transfer Operator related jobs

What similar roles do

Zippia Careers
Transportation Industry
Transfer Operator
Transfer Operator vs Fluid Pump Operator

Updated January 8, 2025

Browse transportation jobs