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.

Gas Plant Operator

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