Careers · Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators · District of Columbia
Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators in District of Columbia
Stationary engineers and boiler operators run and maintain the mechanical equipment that provides utilities like steam, heat, and power to buildings and industrial facilities. They operate engines, boilers, generators, turbines, and motors In District of Columbia the median pay is $90,470 a year, 15% above the national median of $78,620.
$90,470median pay in District of Columbia, per year
$79,430–$101,520middle half earn
620employed in District of Columbia
$78,620U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in District of Columbia
9open roles like this on employer career sites, 0 in District of Columbia or remote
6employers hiring
5posted in the last 7 days
CA · IN · TXwhere most openings are
What it takes
Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience). Most hold a certificate or training program.
Skills that matter most
Operations MonitoringOperation and ControlActive ListeningCritical ThinkingEquipment MaintenanceTroubleshootingRepairingReading Comprehension
Knowledge areas
MechanicalChemistryPublic Safety and SecurityPhysicsEngineering and TechnologyEnglish Language
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators.
Licenses and training in District of Columbia
Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators pay in other states
Illinois · $115,780Wyoming · $111,920Hawaii · $103,400Connecticut · $94,870New York · $94,070Washington · $91,530California · $90,650Alaska · $88,330Maryland · $85,240Michigan · $82,800
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against stationary engineers and boiler operators and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against stationary engineers and boiler operators and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 51-8021.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, District of Columbia, annual.