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Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators

Operate stationary engines, boilers, or other equipment to provide utilities to buildings.

Quick Facts

Wages:

Above the statewide median
$32.25 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

Average
Growth rate:  5.8%    Read more about outlook

Education:

High School or less is typically required.

On the Job:

Typical Work Tasks
  • Inspect production equipment.
  • Test chemical or physical characteristics of materials or products.
  • Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
  • Monitor equipment fluid levels.
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Job Title Examples:

Operating Engineer
Plant Utilities Engineer
Boiler Operator

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Wages & Outlook

 

Typical Wages

Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.

This career: $32.25
Statewide median: $24.25

 

This career pays above the statewide median wage.


Wages for Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators *

Area Low Median High
U S
$26.38 $33.63 $43.6
Minnesota
$29.84 $32.25 $36.39
Central Minnesota
$29.75 $30.73 $33.63
Northeast Minnesota
$26.98 $29.79 $34.37
Northwest Minnesota
$28.44 $30.91 $32.67
Southeast Minnesota
$30.58 $32.23 $34.82
Southwest Minnesota
$30.1 $34.93 $36.9
Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN
$30.23 $32.66 $38.74

* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.

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Employment

In Minnesota, there are 1480 workers employed in this small career.

Where do Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators most often work?

 

Current Demand

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This career is currently in moderate demand.

 

Future Demand

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