Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators

Prospects: Favorable

*According to projected annual openings and year-over-year growth

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.

Number of positions

2012: 2,440    2014: 2,490

Annual job postings

New: 20    Replacement: 60
(Total: 80)   

Salaries in NYC

Starting at:
$56,600
($27/hour)
Middle:
$76,680
($36/hour)
Up to:
$93,510
($44/hour)
Average:
$81,200
($39/hour)

Educational requirements

Minimum education:
High school diploma or equivalent

Work experience:
None

On-the-job training:
Long-term on-the-job training

Education level achieved by workers

 

Sources: New York State Department of Labor, U.S. Department of Labor.