Compressor Station Operator

Code: 53-7071.00

Also known as: Compressor Operator, Compressor Station Operator, Compressor Technician, Fill Plant Operator, Filler, Gas Plant Operator, Liquefied Natural Gas Plant Operator (LNG Plant Operator), Pipeline Technician, Plant Operator, Terminal Operator

Description: Compressor Station Operators generally work with compressors that are driven by steam, gas, internal combustion engines and electric motors. They are responsible for the safety and use of these devices in a variety of fields, ranging from the pipeline transportation of natural gas to oil extraction.

Compressor Station Operator

Typical wages


10% $36,220
25% $50,400
Median $67,840
75% $78,620
90% $85,230
10% $17.41
25% $24.23
Median $32.62
75% $37.8
90% $40.98

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
3,700
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
3,600
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 400