How much does a Operating technician, steam boiler make

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Operating technician, steam boiler salary

37 100 kr

Operations technicians at heating and water plants

What will be the salary after tax?

27 700 - 44 900 kr / month

Women earn 94% of what men do.

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Salary progression Operating technician, steam boiler

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Average salary 37 100 kr
Males 37 300 kr
Females 35 200 kr
Profession Operating technician, steam boiler and its salary
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What does it mean to work as a Boiler Operator at a heat and water plant?

Working as a Boiler Operator at a heat and water plant involves being responsible for the operation of technical facilities, including steam boilers. Boiler Operators monitor and manage the operation of the facilities to ensure they function optimally and meet all safety and environmental requirements. The work may include maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of technical equipment, as well as control technology to achieve efficient energy use.

What is the salary for a Boiler Operator, steam boiler?

The average salary for a Boiler Operator, steam boiler, is 37 100 SEK per month. However, there is a certain salary difference between genders. Men in this profession earn an average of 37 300 SEK, while women earn 35 200 SEK, meaning that women earn approximately 94% of what men do in this profession. Hourly Boiler Operators have an average hourly wage of 223 SEK, based on 166 working hours per month.

  • Highest salary for men: 44900 SEK
  • Highest salary for women: 37800 SEK
  • Lowest salary for men: 31300 SEK
  • Lowest salary for women: 27700 SEK

Salary development and future prospects

Over the past year, the average salary for Boiler Operators has increased from 36 300 SEK to 37 100 SEK. According to the Labor Market Forecast, the job opportunities in this profession are considered moderate, and the demand is expected to remain unchanged over the next five years. The recruitment situation is characterized by balance, indicating a good match between supply and demand in the labor market.

Education and qualifications

To become a Boiler Operator, steam boiler, a post-secondary education in energy, electrical, or process engineering is usually required. Many employers view technical education positively and some even offer paid training to keep their technicians updated with the latest technology and safety regulations. A solid understanding of technical systems and the ability to work independently are important qualities in this profession.

Working conditions and challenges

The working conditions for Boiler Operators may vary depending on the size and type of the facility. The work may involve both day and night shifts, especially at facilities that need to be operational around the clock. Challenges in the profession may include handling technical issues under time pressure and continuously working with safety regulations to minimize risks. The technological advancements and automation also mean that Boiler Operators must be prepared to adapt to new work methods and tools.

Who has the highest salary?
The highest salary for a Operating technician, steam boiler is 44900 kr. This salary belongs to a man working in the Public sector with a post-secondary education, 3 years or more. The highest salary for a woman in this profession is 37800 kr.
Who has the lowest salary?
The lowest salary for a Operating technician, steam boiler is 27700 kr. This salary belongs to a woman also working in the Government sector. The lowest salary for a man in this profession is 31300 kr.
Salary distributed by age and sector
Age Women's salary as a percentage of men's Base salary Monthly salary
18-24 28800 kr 30300 kr
25-34 96% 34000 kr 36300 kr
35-44 93% 34900 kr 37300 kr
45-54 98% 35500 kr 37700 kr
55-64 93% 35300 kr 37500 kr
65-68 35800 kr 36900 kr
Snitt 94% 34900 kr 37100 kr
* Empty columns indicate that the statistical data was insufficient to allow for a statistically significant conclusion.
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All information displayed on this page is based on data from the Swedish Central Bureau of Statistics (SCB), the Swedish Tax Agency and the Swedish employment agency. Learn more about our data and data sources here.

All figures are gross salaries, meaning salaries before tax. The average salary, or mean salary, is calculated by adding up the total salary for all individuals within the profession and dividing it by the number of individuals. For specific job categories, we have also considered various criteria such as experience and education.

Profession Operating technician, steam boiler has the SSYK code 8191, which we use to match against the SCB database to obtain the latest salary statistics.

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