Gas Plant Operator
Code: 51-8092.00
Also known as: Compressor Station Operator, Engine Room Operator, Gas Controller, Gas Dispatcher, Gas Plant Operator, Gas System Operator, Liquefied Natural Gas Specialist (LNG Specialist), Liquefied Natural Gas Technician (LNG Technician), Liquid Natural Gas Plant Operator (LNG Plant Operator), Plant Operator
Description: Distribute or process gas for utility companies and others by controlling compressors to maintain specified pressures on main pipelines.
Typical wages
10% | $44,490 |
25% | $56,870 |
Median | $72,970 |
75% | $87,610 |
90% | $105,770 |
10% | $21.39 |
25% | $27.34 |
Median | $35.08 |
75% | $42.12 |
90% | $50.85 |
Projected employment
Estimated Employment (2019 year) |
14,700 |
Projected Employment (2029 year) |
13,900 |
Percent Change | +0 % |
Projected Annual Job Openings | 1,300 |