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Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers Salary in Maine
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers make in Maine?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$65,150
Median Annual Salary
▲
+4.7% vs 2024
$70,950
Mean Salary
$65,150
Median Salary
$31.32
Hourly Rate
60 people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Maine
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers salary by percentile in Maine
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Maine earn a median salary of $65,150 per year ($5,429/month).
This is 23.3% below the national average of $84,923.
Maine ranks #35 out of 42 states for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers pay.
Approximately 60 people work in this occupation across Maine.
Salaries increased by 4.7% 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 Maine
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Maine range from $43,470 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $92,810 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $64,080 and $76,440.
Median $65,150
P10: $43,470P25: $64,080P75: $76,440P90: $92,810
10th
$43,470
25th
$64,080
Median
$65,150
75th
$76,440
90th
$92,810
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$43,470
$20.90
$3,622
25th Percentile
$64,080
$30.81
$5,340
Median (50th)
$65,150
$31.32
$5,429
75th Percentile
$76,440
$36.75
$6,370
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$92,810
$44.62
$7,734
Note: The mean (average) salary of $70,950 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#35
Maine ranks #35 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 Maine?
The median annual salary for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Maine is $65,150 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $70,950.
What is the salary range for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Maine?
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Maine range from $43,470 at the 10th percentile to $92,810 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $64,080 and $76,440.
What is the starting salary for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Maine?
Entry-level Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers positions in Maine typically start around $43,470 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $64,080 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Maine?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 60 people are employed as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Maine.
What is the hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Maine?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Maine is approximately $31.32 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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