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Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers Salary in Florida
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers make in Florida?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$63,480
Median Annual Salary
▲
+4.4% vs 2024
$67,740
Mean Salary
$63,480
Median Salary
$30.52
Hourly Rate
170 people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Florida
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers salary by percentile in Florida
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Florida earn a median salary of $63,480 per year ($5,290/month).
This is 25.2% below the national average of $84,923.
Florida ranks #36 out of 42 states for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers pay.
Approximately 170 people work in this occupation across Florida.
Salaries increased by 4.4% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers
Operate or control petroleum refining or processing units. May specialize in controlling manifold and pumping systems, gauging or testing oil in storage tanks, or regulating the flow of oil into pipelines.
Top Skills
Operations Monitoring
4.0
Operation and Control
3.75
Monitoring
3.62
Reading Comprehension
3.5
Speaking
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Production and Processing
3.61
Public Safety and Security
3.58
Mechanical
3.55
Administration and Management
3.52
Mathematics
3.22
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(97.0% of workers)
Salary Range: Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Florida
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Florida range from $49,920 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $97,000 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $56,290 and $75,980.
Median $63,480
P10: $49,920P25: $56,290P75: $75,980P90: $97,000
10th
$49,920
25th
$56,290
Median
$63,480
75th
$75,980
90th
$97,000
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$49,920
$24.00
$4,160
25th Percentile
$56,290
$27.06
$4,690
Median (50th)
$63,480
$30.52
$5,290
75th Percentile
$75,980
$36.53
$6,331
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$97,000
$46.63
$8,083
Note: The mean (average) salary of $67,740 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#36
Florida ranks #36 of 42 states
$84,923
National avg. for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers
How much do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers make in Florida?
The median annual salary for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Florida is $63,480 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $67,740.
What is the salary range for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Florida?
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Florida range from $49,920 at the 10th percentile to $97,000 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $56,290 and $75,980.
What is the starting salary for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Florida?
Entry-level Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers positions in Florida typically start around $49,920 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $56,290 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Florida?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 170 people are employed as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Florida.
What is the hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Florida?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Florida is approximately $30.52 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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