Stationary Engineers

Earnings of stationary engineers vary widely, but ranged from less than $41,360 to $113,660 or more annually in May 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. The median annual salary was $67,640. Fifty percent of stationary engineers earned between $51,970 and $89,160. In metropolitan areas, where most jobs are located, earnings tend to be higher than in other areas.

New apprentices earn 45 to 60 percent of the journey-level rate. As their training progresses, they receive pay increases. By the final year of apprenticeship, wages are typically 80 to 95 percent of the journey-level rate.

Most stationary engineers receive fringe benefits in addition to their regular wages. Benefits may include life and health insurance, paid vacation and sick days, employer reimbursement for work-related courses, and retirement plans. Benefits for boiler tenders are similar.