Electrician, Stationary Engineer Apprenticeship Opportunities

Job Description

Stationary engineers operate and maintain stationary engines and mechanical equipment, such as steam engines, air compressors, generators, motors, turbines and steam boilers. They provide utilities such as light, heat or power for buildings and industrial processes. The engineers read meters and gauges or automatic recording devices at specified intervals in order to verify operating conditions and record data, such as temperature of equipment, hours of operation, fuel consumed, temperature or pressure, water levels, analysis of flue gases, voltage load and generator balance. They may be required to hold a limited maintenance electrician (LME) license issued by the state, restricting equipment they operate to specified types and sizes.

Working Conditions

The work is indoors and outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions. Workers carry tools and climb scaffolds, working at different elevations and may be in cramped or confined spaces. The majority of stationary engineers and boiler operators work in manufacturing, government, educational services, and hospitals. Those who work in facilities that operate around the clock often work evenings and weekends. Shift work also is common.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must be at least 17 years of age to apply, and18 years to register. In addition, they must provide proof of high school graduation or general education development (GED) equivalent and have completed one year high school mathematicswith a ´C´ or better or its post high school equivalent.<br><br>Local apprenticeship committees may require additional qualifications.

Available Apprenticeship Programs