Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators

Significant Points

• Workers usually acquire their skills through a formal apprenticeship program or through on-the-job training supplemented by courses at a trade or technical school.
• Most States and cities have licensing requirements.
• Employment is expected to grow more slowly than the average for all occupations through the year 2014.
• Applicants may face competition for jobs; opportunities will be best for workers with training in computerized controls and instrumentation.

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