Repair and adjust electrical and mechanical equipment of inboard or inboard-outboard boat engines.
Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians
SOC: 49-3051 O*NET: 49-3051.00
Median Salary
$54,950
per year
Job Growth
📈 6%
Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
2.6
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Repair and adjust electrical and mechanical equipment of inboard or inboard-outboard boat engines.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$32,970
25th
$43,960
50th (Median)
$54,950
75th
$65,940
90th
$82,425
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:26,200
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+6%
Annual Openings:2,600
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)26,200
Current
2034 (Projected)27,800
+6%
+1,600
Employment Change
+6%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
Top Skills
✓
Repairing
Repairing
✓
Equipment Maintenance
Equipment Maintenance
✓
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
✓
Operation and Control
Operation and Control
✓
Operations Monitoring
Operations Monitoring
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Equipment Selection
Equipment Selection
✓
Quality Control Analysis
Quality Control Analysis
✓
Judgment and Decision Making
Judgment and Decision Making
✓
Complex Problem Solving
Complex Problem Solving
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Mechanical
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Computers and Electronics
✓
English Language
✓
Mathematics
✓
Engineering and Technology
✓
Transportation
✓
Administration and Management
✓
Physics
Education & Training
Education Required
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Experience Required
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Job Training
Training of more than one year