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How much does a Boiler Operator make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Boiler Operator in the United States is $30 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $25 and $34. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Boiler Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Boiler Operator Salary $21 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Boiler Operator Salary $25 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Boiler Operator Salary $30 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Boiler Operator Salary $34 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Boiler Operator Salary $38 US March 26, 2024
25% $25 10% $21 90% $38 75% $34 $30 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Boiler Operator ensures that equipment is operating safely and within established limits. Operates, repairs, and maintains stationary equipment including boilers, generators, refrigeration, and turbines in buildings, plants or industrial facilities. Being a Boiler Operator performs preventative maintenance and documents completed procedures. Conducts monitoring and failure analysis of meters, gauges and controls to determine the need for repair or replacement of parts. In addition, Boiler Operator may require HAZMAT/EPA certification and experience. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Requires completion of apprenticeship. Requires licenses for applicable state and equipment class. Being a Boiler Operator has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Working as a Boiler Operator typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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