Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians
Repair and adjust electrical and mechanical equipment of inboard or inboard-outboard boat engines.
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Salary Information
Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians: $54,950 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Inspect mechanical components of vehicles to identify problems. | General |
| Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair. | General |
| Position equipment using hand tools, power tools, or heavy equipment. | General |
| Observe equipment in operation to detect potential problems. | General |
| Document test results. | General |
| Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts. | General |
| Align equipment or machinery. | General |
| Repair non-engine automotive or vehicle components. | General |
| Adjust vehicle components according to specifications. | General |
| Repair defective engines or engine components. | General |
| Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts. | General |
| Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance. | General |
| Repair electrical circuits or wiring. | General |
| Service vehicles to maintain functionality. | Maintenance |
Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Web page creation and editing software | |
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Presentation software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| CDI Electronics M.E.D.S. | Analytical or scientific software |
| Engine diagnostic scanners | Analytical or scientific software |
| Inventory tracking software | Inventory management software |
| Outboard engine diagnostic software | Analytical or scientific software |
| Rinda Technologies DIACOM Marine | Analytical or scientific software |
Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| STCW - RFPEW | United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center | Not Available |
| STCW - Second Engineer Officer (1st AE) 3000 kW/4000 HP or More Management Level | United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center | Not Available |
| STCW - Second Engineer Officer (1st AE) Between 750 kW/1000 HP and 3000 kW/4000 HP | United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center | Not Available |
| STCW II/1 - OICNW 500 GT or More Operational Level | United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center | Not Available |
| STCW III/2 - OSV Chief Engineer 3,000 KW/4,000 HP Or More Management Level | United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center | Not Available |