How to become automotive and watercraft service attendantseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter

United States Transportation Confidence ★★★★★

Median annual pay

$35,670

25th–75th pct. $31,300–$39,320

Top pay (est.)

$59,900

Top 10% $46,060

Pay in 5 years

$41,800est.

2031

Pay in 10 years

$48,900est.

$42,100–$56,800

Outlook score

55/100

★★★☆☆ Average

AI replacement risk

21%

Low

Job growth (10 yr)

+3.8%

13K openings / yr

How to become automotive and watercraft service attendants

Typical education

No formal educational credential

BLS

Related experience

None

On-the-job training

Short-term on-the-job training

A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.

Skills, education and requirements for Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants

Key skills

Service Orientation

3.0

Critical Thinking

2.9

Repairing

2.9

Active Listening

2.8

Operation and Control

2.6

Coordination

2.6

Reading Comprehension

2.5

Equipment Maintenance

2.5

O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).

Key knowledge areas

Customer and Personal Service

5.0

Mechanical

4.5

Mathematics

4.1

Chemistry

4.0

Administration and Management

3.9

Sales and Marketing

3.5

Engineering and Technology

3.4

Computers and Electronics

3.2

What the work involves

Updating and Using Relevant KnowledgeHandling and Moving ObjectsControlling Machines and ProcessesPerforming for or Working Directly with the PublicPerforming General Physical ActivitiesOperating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or EquipmentCommunicating with People Outside the OrganizationEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

Important abilities

Oral ExpressionExtent FlexibilityTrunk StrengthNear VisionFinger DexterityOral Comprehension

Education of workers

High school diploma

59%

Post-secondary certificate

23%

Less than high school

16%

Some college

Training before entry

Up to 1 month

31%

6–12 months

25%

None / short demo

19%

1–2 years

Related work experience

1–2 years

25%

2–4 years

10%

6–12 months

4–6 years

Job Zone 2 — some preparation needed (O*NET)

Difficulty of entry: ★★☆☆☆ Fairly easy (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)

Career path and how to earn more as automotive and watercraft service attendants

Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.

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Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data

Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.