Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators
Diagnosing boiler and auxiliary equipment failures, evaluating water treatment, and recommending operating corrections directly support civilian steam plant operations.
How to prepare: Check the licensing authority for your target city or state to identify the license class covering the plant's equipment type and size. Some jurisdictions require licensure, usually involving experience requirements and a written exam, and moving jurisdictions may require another examination.
What the civilian work involves
- Operate or tend stationary engines, boilers, and auxiliary equipment, such as pumps, compressors, or air-conditioning equipment, to supply and maintain steam or heat for buildings, marine vessels, or pneumatic tools.
- Analyze problems and take appropriate action to ensure continuous and reliable operation of equipment and systems.
- Observe and interpret readings on gauges, meters, and charts registering various aspects of boiler operation to ensure that boilers are operating properly.
Civilian tools and software (examples)
- Building management system software