Boiler Operator

October 30, 2016

Boiler Operator Job Description

Power Generating Plant Operators, Except Auxiliary Equipment Operators Control or operate machinery, such as steam-driven turbogenerators, to generate electric power, often through the use of panelboards, control boards, or semi-automatic equipment. Stationary Engineers Operate and maintain stationary engines and mechanical equipment to provide utilities for buildings or industrial processes. Operate equipment such as steam engines, generators, motors, turbines, and steam boilers.

Boiler Operator Salary Statistics as of 2015

Average annual salary for a Boiler Operator is $40001 based on statistics in the U.S. as of 2015. The highest salary recorded was $61243. The lowest salary reported was $26128. These figures will vary on a state to state basis as these are averages across all 50 states.

Median hourly wage for a Boiler Operator is $19.89 based on statistics in the U.S. as of 2015. The highest hourly rate recorded was $30.45. The lowest hourly rate recorded was $12.99. These figures will vary on a state to state basis as these are averages across all 50 states.

Bonuses for a Boiler Operator are based on the years of experience using statistics from the U.S. as of 2015. The average bonus recorded was $0 from people with 15+ years of experience. The average bonus recorded was $0 from people with under 1 year of experience.

These are the highest paying states for a Boiler Operator. These numbers are based off the median annual salary as of 2015.
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These are the highest paying cities for a Boiler Operator. These numbers are based off the median annual salary as of 2015.
Washington, New Jersey –

This chart outlines the average annual salary of a Boiler Operator from the past 5 years. In 2015 the average annual salary was $40001 while in 2007 it was just $37096.22

Job Outlook

Gender Statistics

Related Jobs

95%

Based on our stats gathered across the U.S. 5% of Boiler Operators were males while 95% were females. These numbers are based on averages across all states combined. Some individual states may have a much different ratio however.

Past Jobs

Maintenance Mechanic
$27,556 – $60,456
Maintenance Technician
$24,464 – $59,499
Boiler Operator Helper
$20,466 – $65,613

Future Jobs

Stationary Engineer or Boiler Operator
$34,575 – $75,899