49-3051

Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians

Role Overview

Repair and adjust electrical and mechanical equipment of inboard or inboard-outboard boat engines. Excludes “Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists” (49-3031).

Recommended Majors

Marine Engineering Technology/Technician. Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology/Technician. Marine Maintenance/Fitter and Ship Repair Technology/Technician.

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Salary by State (top paying)

State	Median salary
Alaska	$77,310
Hawaii	$77,270
Washington	$70,000
California	$65,030
Massachusetts	$64,310
Connecticut	$62,620
Nevada	$61,440
Maryland	$61,190
Virginia	$60,580
Vermont	$60,520
North Dakota	$60,080
Maine	$59,490
New York	$58,340
Minnesota	$58,290
Colorado	$58,120

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Median Annual Salary

$54,950

Projected Growth (10yr)

+6.0%

Avg. annual openings

2.6k

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