Career Profile
Stationary Engineers & Boiler Operators
Stationary engineers and boiler operators control stationary engines, boilers, or other mechanical equipment.
General Information
Operate or maintain stationary engines, boilers, or other mechanical equipment to provide utilities for buildings or industrial processes. Operate equipment such as steam engines, generators, motors, turbines, and steam boilers.
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Stationary Engineers & Boiler Operators
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 7 openings per year are projected for Stationary Engineers & Boiler Operators.
Employment Change
Employment for Stationary Engineers & Boiler Operators is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 14.2% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $27.27/hour. Entry level workers are paid $18.91, while experienced workers are paid $30.48. The median wage is comparable to average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 41 Stationary Engineers & Boiler Operators in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 47.
Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Stationary Engineers & Boiler Operators are Elementary and Secondary Schools, Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools, and General Medical and Surgical Hospitals.
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Stationary Engineers & Boiler Operators include Mechanical, Chemistry, and Public Safety and Security.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Stationary Engineers & Boiler Operators is HS diploma or less. 20% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.