Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians
Job Zone 3 - Medium preparation needed
Repair and adjust electrical and mechanical equipment of inboard or inboard-outboard boat engines.
Median pay: $57,550/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +6% projected growth, 2024–2034 — faster than average.
About 2,600 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Start motors and monitor performance for signs of malfunctioning, such as smoke, excessive vibration, or misfiring.
• Document inspection and test results and work performed or to be performed.
• Mount motors to boats, and operate boats at various speeds on waterways to conduct operational tests.
• Repair engine mechanical equipment, such as power tilts, bilge pumps, or power take-offs.
• Perform routine engine maintenance on motorboats, such as changing oil and filters.
• Replace parts, such as gears, magneto points, piston rings, or spark plugs, and reassemble engines.
• Idle motors and observe thermometers to determine the effectiveness of cooling systems.
• Inspect and repair or adjust propellers or propeller shafts.
What's the median pay for Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians?
The median pay for Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians is $57,550 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians?
Employment for Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians is projected to change +6% from 2024 to 2034 - faster than average.
What education is typically required for Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians?
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
How many job openings are there each year for Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians?
About 2,600 openings per year, on average, over the decade.