[Core] [70% incumbents] Signal other workers by telephone or radio to operate pumps, open and close valves, and check temperatures.
  DWAs: Signal others to coordinate work activities.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Maintain and repair equipment, or report malfunctioning equipment to supervisors so that repairs can be scheduled.
  DWAs: Repair production equipment or tools. | Maintain production or processing equipment. | Notify others of equipment repair or maintenance needs.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Monitor process indicators, instruments, gauges, and meters to detect and report any possible problems.
  DWAs: Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Start pumps and open valves or use automated equipment to regulate the flow of oil in pipelines and into and out of tanks.
  DWAs: Adjust equipment controls to regulate flow of water, cleaning solutions, or other liquids.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Operate control panels to coordinate and regulate process variables such as temperature and pressure, and to direct product flow rate, according to process schedules.
  DWAs: Operate energy distribution equipment.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Verify that incoming and outgoing products are moving through the correct meters, and that meters are working properly.
  DWAs: Watch operating equipment to detect malfunctions.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Control or operate manifold and pumping systems to circulate liquids through a petroleum refinery.
  DWAs: Operate pumping systems or equipment.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Operate auxiliary equipment and control multiple processing units during distilling or treating operations, moving controls that regulate valves, pumps, compressors, and auxiliary equipment.
  DWAs: Operate pumping systems or equipment.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Collect product samples by turning bleeder valves, or by lowering containers into tanks to obtain oil samples.
  DWAs: Collect samples of materials or products for testing.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Synchronize activities with other pumphouses to ensure a continuous flow of products and a minimum of contamination between products.
  DWAs: Direct operational or production activities.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Record and compile operating data, instrument readings, documentation, and results of laboratory analyses.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Conduct general housekeeping of units, including wiping up oil spills and performing general cleaning duties.
  DWAs: Clean work areas.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Inspect pipelines, tightening connections and lubricating valves as necessary.
  DWAs: Inspect production equipment. | Lubricate production equipment.

[Supplemental] [70% incumbents] Perform tests to check the qualities and grades of products, such as assessing levels of bottom sediment, water, and foreign materials in oil samples, using centrifugal testers.
  DWAs: Test chemical or physical characteristics of materials or products.

[Supplemental] [70% incumbents] Calculate test result values, using standard formulas.
  DWAs: Analyze test results.

[Supplemental] [70% incumbents] Lower thermometers into tanks to obtain temperature readings.
  DWAs: Calculate weights, volumes or other characteristics of materials.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Patrol units to monitor the amount of oil in storage tanks, and to verify that activities and operations are safe, efficient, and in compliance with regulations.
  DWAs: Monitor equipment fluid levels.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Plan movement of products through lines to processing, storage, and shipping units, using knowledge of system interconnections and capacities.
  DWAs: Plan production or operational procedures or sequences.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Read automatic gauges at specified intervals to determine the flow rate of oil into or from tanks, and the amount of oil in tanks.
  DWAs: Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning.

[Supplemental] [69% incumbents] Read and analyze specifications, schedules, logs, test results, and laboratory recommendations to determine how to set equipment controls to produce the required qualities and quantities of products.
  DWAs: Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements.

[Supplemental] [69% incumbents] Clean interiors of processing units by circulating chemicals and solvents within units.
  DWAs: Clean production equipment.

[Supplemental] [69% incumbents] Clamp seals around valves to secure tanks.
  DWAs: Seal gaps or cracks to prevent leakage or moisture intrusion.

[Supplemental] [69% incumbents] Coordinate shutdowns and major projects.
  DWAs: Direct operational or production activities.

[Supplemental] [68% incumbents] Prepare calculations for receipts and deliveries of oil and oil products.
  DWAs: Calculate costs of goods or services.

--- SKILLS ---
  Monitoring (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.50 lvl:3.38) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Speaking (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Writing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.00 lvl:3.50) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Learning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Production and Processing (imp:3.61 lvl:3.40) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.58 lvl:3.84) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Mechanical (imp:3.55 lvl:4.28) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Administration and Management (imp:3.52 lvl:4.07) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Mathematics (imp:3.22 lvl:3.43) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  English Language (imp:3.20 lvl:3.20) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.99 lvl:3.35) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Chemistry (imp:2.95 lvl:3.40) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Education and Training (imp:2.87 lvl:3.16) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.61 lvl:2.73) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Law and Government (imp:2.57 lvl:2.36) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Transportation (imp:2.48 lvl:2.26) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.40 lvl:2.32) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Psychology (imp:2.20 lvl:1.75) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Administrative (imp:2.19 lvl:1.94) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Design (imp:2.15 lvl:2.06) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Telecommunications (imp:2.04 lvl:1.52) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.03 lvl:1.72) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Building and Construction (imp:2.02 lvl:2.41) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Physics (imp:1.99 lvl:2.37) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.69 lvl:1.00) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Biology (imp:1.51 lvl:1.37) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.43 lvl:0.76) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Geography (imp:1.41) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.36) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Foreign Language (imp:1.36) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.26) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Communications and Media (imp:1.25) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  History and Archeology (imp:1.21) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.17) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Food Production (imp:1.09) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Information Ordering (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Near Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.50) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Selective Attention (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.25 lvl:3.75) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.75) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.50) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Control Precision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Written Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Visualization (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Reaction Time (imp:3.00 lvl:3.62) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.38) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Rate Control (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Number Facility (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Depth Perception (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Memorization (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Static Strength (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Response Orientation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Stamina (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Night Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Sound Localization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.24 lvl:4.19) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.15 lvl:4.50) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.10 lvl:4.26) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.09 lvl:3.78) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.01 lvl:3.79) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.93 lvl:4.53) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Getting Information (imp:3.88 lvl:3.38) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.63 lvl:3.61) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.60 lvl:2.93) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.53 lvl:4.79) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.40 lvl:3.31) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.40 lvl:3.44) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.40 lvl:3.94) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.39 lvl:2.79) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.37 lvl:3.14) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Processing Information (imp:3.28 lvl:3.62) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.19 lvl:3.53) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.14 lvl:3.24) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.12 lvl:3.27) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.11 lvl:2.73) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.07 lvl:2.87) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.99 lvl:3.14) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.99 lvl:2.50) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.92 lvl:1.79) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Working with Computers (imp:2.81 lvl:2.65) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.75 lvl:2.43) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.51 lvl:2.33) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.50 lvl:1.89) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.43 lvl:2.43) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.38 lvl:1.76) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.36 lvl:2.26) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.29 lvl:2.06) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.27 lvl:1.87) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:1.77) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.08 lvl:1.72) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.07 lvl:1.52) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.92 lvl:1.50) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.86 lvl:1.13) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.85 lvl:0.95) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.40 lvl:0.54) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.32 lvl:0.60) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Cautiousness (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Dependability (imp:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.44) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:1.89) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.86) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.40) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Self-Control (imp:1.31) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.27) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.07) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cooperation (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Adaptability (imp:0.99) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Initiative (imp:0.59) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Sincerity (imp:0.27) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.22) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.22) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Leadership Orientation (imp:0.19) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.10) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Humility (imp:0.03) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Empathy (imp:-0.08) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.18) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.57) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:4.00 lvl:4.62) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.88 lvl:3.38) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Instructing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.88) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Repairing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.50 lvl:1.88) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Negotiation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.50) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Persuasion (imp:2.12 lvl:2.38) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Programming (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Technology Design (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 33,160
  annual_median    : $96,710
  annual_pct10     : $57,110
  annual_pct25     : $77,510
  annual_pct75     : $106,320
  annual_pct90     : $115,880
  annual_mean      : $90,630
  hourly_median    : $46.50

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Alaska ($124,530)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($44,470)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.800x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (43 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   19,790  median: $ 102,890
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    6,700  median: $  93,830
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    3,260  median: $  52,600
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:    2,150  median: $  83,140
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      620  median: $  69,830
  Utilities                                emp:      220  median: $ 101,140
  Construction                             emp:      110  median: $  62,620
  Retail Trade                             emp:      110  median: $  64,560
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:       70  median: $  80,900

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (9 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   19,790  median: $ 102,890
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    6,700  median: $  93,830
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    3,260  median: $  52,600
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:    2,150  median: $  83,140
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      620  median: $  69,830
  Utilities                                emp:      220  median: $ 101,140
  Construction                             emp:      110  median: $  62,620
  Retail Trade                             emp:      110  median: $  64,560
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:       70  median: $  80,900

exact_match_status : no_exact_match
matched_title      : N/A
match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T23:20:12.704703Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Texas City refinery explosion (similarity: 0.3656)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Texas_City_refinery_explosion
  QID: Q2127150
  Extract: On March 23, 2005, a hydrocarbon vapor cloud ignited and violently exploded at the isomerization process unit of the BP-owned oil refinery in Texas City, Texas. The explosion resulted in the death of 15 workers, 180 injuries and severe damage to the refinery. All the fatalities were contractors work

  Title: Kirkuk–Haifa oil pipeline (similarity: 0.1348)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kirkuk%E2%80%93Haifa_oil_pipeline
  QID: Q2899917
  Extract: The Kirkuk-Mediterranean pipeline was a mixed 10/12-inch twin crude oil pipeline from the landlocked oil fields in Kirkuk, located in the former Ottoman vilayet of Mosul in northern Iraq, through Transjordan to Haifa in mandatory Palestine, now in the territory of Israel; and through Syria and a sho

  Title: BP (similarity: 0.0303)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BP
  QID: Q152057
  Extract: BP p.l.c. is a British multinational oil and gas company headquartered in London, England. It is one of the oil and gas "supermajors" and one of the world's largest companies measured by revenues and profits.

  Title: Filling station (similarity: 0.2025)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Filling_station
  QID: Q205495
  Extract: A filling station is a facility that sells fuel and engine lubricants for motor vehicles. It serves as a local fuel depot and retailer who receive fuel products from refineries, keep the fuels in storage tanks, and distribute individual product to motorist consumers at a daily varied price.

  Title: Western Canadian Select (similarity: 0.2299)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Canadian_Select
  QID: Q7987670
  Extract: Western Canadian Select (WCS) is a heavy sour blend of crude oil that is one of North America's largest heavy crude oil streams and, historically, its cheapest. It was established in December 2004 as a new heavy oil stream by EnCana, Canadian Natural Resources, Petro-Canada and Talisman Energy. It i

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence based on detailed O*NET work activities, comprehensive wage data, and clear industry employment patterns. The specific technical tasks and equipment operation requirements are well-documented.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T02:13:23.481050+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,646
tokens_output        : 3,954
cost_usd             : $0.044567
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found for this occupation. The closest semantic neighbor 'Texas City refinery explosion' provides context about petroleum refinery operations and safety considerations relevant to this role.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers control petroleum refining and processing operations, monitoring equipment and regulating flow through industrial systems. They operate control panels, gauges, and pumping systems to ensure safe and efficient movement of petroleum products through refineries and pipelines. These workers serve as the hands-on operators maintaining continuous production in petroleum processing facilities.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Operators monitor process indicators, instruments, gauges, and meters throughout their shift to detect potential problems and ensure optimal performance. They operate control panels to coordinate process variables like temperature and pressure while directing production flow. Workers signal colleagues by telephone or radio to coordinate pump operations, valve adjustments, and temperature checks across the facility. They collect product samples by turning bleeder valves or lowering containers into tanks for quality testing. When equipment malfunctions occur, they perform basic maintenance and repairs or report issues to supervisors for scheduling professional repairs. Throughout the day, they verify that incoming and outgoing products move through correct meters and synchronize activities with other pump houses to maintain continuous product flow.

WHO THRIVES:
This role attracts individuals with strong realistic and conventional work preferences who excel at systematic monitoring and process control. Successful operators demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and cautiousness, as safety mistakes in petroleum facilities can have catastrophic consequences. They possess strong perceptual speed and information ordering abilities, allowing them to quickly process multiple data streams from gauges, instruments, and control systems. These workers thrive on routine yet critical responsibilities, finding satisfaction in maintaining smooth operations of complex industrial systems. The role suits those who prefer hands-on technical work over abstract problem-solving, with comfort working in industrial environments requiring constant vigilance.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require only a high school diploma, with 97% of workers entering with this education level according to O*NET data. Employers typically provide on-the-job training covering safety protocols, equipment operation, and facility-specific procedures. Some workers pursue post-secondary certificates in related technical fields, though this represents only 1.7% of the workforce. Previous experience in manufacturing, mechanical work, or industrial operations provides valuable background but is not mandatory for entry-level positions.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced operators can advance to senior operator or lead positions with increased responsibility for training new workers and overseeing complex operations. Many transition into supervisory roles managing pump house teams or shift operations. The transferable skills in process monitoring and equipment control open pathways to related roles in chemical plants, power generation, or water treatment facilities. Some operators pursue additional training to become maintenance technicians or move into plant engineering support roles.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 33,160 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $96,710 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, significantly above the national median. Geographic pay variation is substantial, ranging from $44,470 in Puerto Rico to $124,530 in Alaska, reflecting regional demand and cost of living differences. Manufacturing accounts for the largest employment sector with 19,790 positions, followed by transportation and warehousing with 6,700 jobs. The concentration in Alaska and petroleum-producing regions indicates strong demand where refining operations are located. Entry-level wages start around $57,110 while experienced operators can earn up to $115,880, demonstrating solid earning potential for workers with high school education.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
While digital monitoring systems increasingly supplement traditional gauges and controls, the role maintains strong job security due to safety requirements and complex decision-making needs. Automated equipment assists with routine monitoring and data collection, but operators remain essential for interpreting multiple data streams, responding to anomalies, and making critical safety decisions. The high importance scores for monitoring processes (4.2) and controlling machines (4.1) represent skills that complement rather than compete with automation technology.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Chemical Plant and System Operators (51-8091.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share identical top skills in monitoring (3.6 importance) and process control with similar equipment operation requirements.
    data: Monitoring processes and equipment
    data: Operation and control transferable skills
    data: Similar safety protocols
  [riasec_cluster] Gas Plant Operators (51-8092.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations show strong realistic (R) and conventional (C) work preferences in industrial process operations.
    data: Realistic work preferences
    data: Process monitoring activities
    data: Industrial equipment operation
  [task_similarity] Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators (53-7071.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve operating pumping systems and monitoring flow of petroleum products through industrial infrastructure.
    data: Pumping system operation
    data: Flow regulation tasks
    data: Equipment monitoring
  [transferable_skill] Power Plant Operators (51-8013.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Operations monitoring (4.0 importance) and process control skills transfer directly between power generation and petroleum refining.
    data: Operations monitoring
    data: Control panel operation
    data: Process variable management
  [knowledge_overlap] Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators (51-8031.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both require production and processing knowledge (3.6 importance) and mechanical systems understanding for facility operations.
    data: Production and processing knowledge
    data: Mechanical systems
    data: Public safety protocols

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['petroleum', 'refinery', 'gauger', 'pump operator', 'oil processing', 'pipeline operator', 'tank gauger', 'petroleum operator']
  exclude_keywords : ['wellhead', 'gas station', 'retail fuel', 'automotive', 'mechanic']
  title_patterns   : ['*Refinery Operator*', '*Pump System Operator*', '*Gauger*', '*Petroleum*Operator*', '*Oil*Operator*']
  common_variations: ['Refinery Board Operator', 'Control Panel Operator', 'Crude Unit Operator', 'Dock Operator', 'Field Gauger', 'Gasoline Plant Operator', 'Hydrotreater Operator', 'Absorption Plant Operator']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'control', 'oil', 'production', 'products', 'operations', 'activities', 'principles', 'materials', 'monitoring', 'operate', 'includes', 'objects', 'problems', 'processing', 'ideas', 'needs', 'procedures']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  49  0.01664  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:47%  dwas:31%  onet_tasks:12%
tendency                   42  0.01427  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     40  0.01359  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:95%  dwas:5%
control                    21  0.00713  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:57%  inference:29%  onet_tasks:14%
oil                        20  0.00679  wikipedia            wikipedia:55%  onet_tasks:45%
production                 20  0.00679  dwas                 dwas:45%  onet_dimensions:40%  inference:10%
products                   18  0.00611  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:39%  onet_dimensions:28%  dwas:11%
operations                 16  0.00543  inference            inference:50%  onet_dimensions:38%  onet_tasks:12%
activities                 16  0.00543  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  dwas:19%  onet_tasks:12%
principles                 16  0.00543  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
materials                  14  0.00475  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:71%  dwas:21%  onet_tasks:7%
monitoring                 14  0.00475  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:57%  inference:43%
operate                    12  0.00408  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:33%  onet_dimensions:25%  dwas:25%
includes                   12  0.00408  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00408  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problems                   11  0.00374  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  onet_tasks:9%  inference:9%
processing                 11  0.00374  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:36%  onet_tasks:27%  inference:18%
ideas                      11  0.00374  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                      10  0.00340  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  dwas:10%  inference:10%
procedures                 10  0.00340  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  dwas:10%  inference:10%
techniques                 10  0.00340  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
resources                  10  0.00340  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  wikipedia:10%
quickly                    10  0.00340  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00340  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
tanks                       9  0.00306  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:78%  wikipedia:11%  inference:11%
moving                      9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:22%
petroleum                   9  0.00306  inference            inference:78%  onet_tasks:11%  wikipedia:11%
performing                  9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
orientation                 9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
operators                   9  0.00306  inference            inference:100%
flow                        8  0.00272  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  inference:38%  dwas:12%
refinery                    8  0.00272  wikipedia            wikipedia:50%  inference:38%  onet_tasks:12%
performance                 8  0.00272  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
problem                     8  0.00272  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
rules                       8  0.00272  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
machines                    8  0.00272  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
standards                   8  0.00272  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
events                      8  0.00272  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00272  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 8  0.00272  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%