O*NET-SOC 53-7073.00
Wellhead Pumpers
Operate power pumps and auxiliary equipment to produce flow of oil or gas from wells in oil field.
From O*NET 30.3
Tasks
From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them
Free · O*NET 30.3- Monitor pumps and flow lines for gas and fluid leaks.Core21159
- Gauge oil and gas production.Core21160
- Start compressor engines and divert oil from storage tanks into compressor units and auxiliary equipment to recover natural gas from oil.Core5019
- Monitor control panels during pumping operations to ensure that materials are being pumped at the correct pressure, density, rate, and concentration.Core5013
- Operate engines and pumps to shut off wells according to production schedules, and to switch flow of oil into storage tanks.Core5014
- Open valves to return compressed gas to bottoms of specified wells to repressurize them and force oil to surface.Supplemental5020
- Change water filters.Supplemental21161
- Repair gas and oil meters and gauges.Core5016
- Prepare trucks and equipment necessary for the type of pumping service required.Supplemental5023
- Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment.Core5015
- Attach pumps and hoses to wellheads.Supplemental5018
- Mix acids, chemicals, or dry cement as required for a specific job.Supplemental5025
- Unload and assemble pipes and pumping equipment, using hand tools.Supplemental5017
- Supervise oil pumpers and other workers engaged in producing oil from wells.Supplemental5021
Technology Skills
From O*NET 30.3, 8 examples in 7 categories, 5 Hot Technology
Free · O*NET 30.3Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft ExcelHot Technology
Office suite software
- Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology
Electronic mail software
- Microsoft OutlookHot Technology
Word processing software
- Microsoft WordHot Technology
Industrial control software
- Moxa software
- Supervisory control and data acquisition SCADA software
Data base user interface and query software
- Operational databases
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
- SAP softwareHot Technology
Detailed Work Activities
From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it
Free · O*NET 30.3Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Monitor equipment gauges or displays to ensure proper operation.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Inspect gas systems or components to identify leaks or other potential hazards.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Measure equipment outputs.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
Calculate weights, volumes or other characteristics of materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Performing General Physical Activities
Prepare chemicals for work application.
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Handling and Moving Objects
Connect hoses to equipment or machinery.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Set up laboratory or field equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Install parts, assemblies, or attachments in transportation or material handling equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Install machine or equipment replacement parts.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Controlling Machines and Processes
Control pumps or pumping equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Repair precision devices or workpieces.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Maintain vehicles in good working condition.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
Direct material handling or moving activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Job Zone
From O*NET 30.3
Free · O*NET 30.3Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed
Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source
WFA coverage: AI skills for this job
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openPilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.
Equivalents
NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents
Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)
Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)No NICE work role maps to this job.