How to become motorboat mechanics and service technicianseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$57,550
25th–75th pct. $46,750–$66,620
Top pay (est.)
$103,100
Top 10% $79,330
Pay in 5 years
$67,400est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$78,900est.
$67,800–$91,600
Outlook score
64/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
29%
Low
Job growth (10 yr)
+4.9%
2,600 openings / yr
How to become motorboat mechanics and service technicians
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Long-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 Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Handling and Moving ObjectsRepairing and Maintaining Mechanical EquipmentPerforming General Physical ActivitiesUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeControlling Machines and ProcessesRepairing and Maintaining Electronic EquipmentEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsMonitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Important abilities
Control PrecisionExtent FlexibilityOral ComprehensionFinger DexterityHearing SensitivityInductive Reasoning
Education of workers
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 3 — medium preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★☆☆☆ Fairly easy (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as motorboat mechanics and service technicians
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
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.