▲15%
$27.52
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$19.57
MEDIAN
$27.52
90%
$36.44
The average hourly pay for a Pipeline Controller is $27.52 in 2025
Hourly Rate
$20 - $36
Bonus
$175 - $5k
Total Pay
$40k - $78k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Pipeline Controllers?
What Do Pipeline Controllers Do?
Pipeline Controller Tasks
- Monitor and analyze gathering systems and pipeline operations.
- Coordinate scheduled maintenance and unscheduled outages with field operations.
- Monitor system performance and capacity, making proper notification of equipment needing repair or calibration.
- Communicate daily with field operations.
- Monitor pressure, temperature and volume using company computer system to ensure safe receipt and delivery of volumes.
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Common Health Benefits for a Pipeline Controller
Medical
95%
Dental
90%
Vision
85%
None
5%
Gender Breakdown for Pipeline Controllers
Male
100.0%
This data is based on 15 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Pipeline Controllers
What is the highest pay for Pipeline Controllers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Pipeline Controller is $36.44 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Pipeline Controllers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Pipeline Controller is $19.57 / hour
How can Pipeline Controllers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Pipeline Controller is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Pipeline Controller that oversees more junior Pipeline Controllers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.