Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians
SOC Code: 49-3051 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Repair and adjust electrical and mechanical equipment of inboard or inboard-outboard boat engines.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area | $60,590 | $71,843 | $83,075 | $94,328 |
| Kahului-Wailuku, HI | $55,162 | $66,310 | $77,459 | $88,608 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $48,069 | $60,549 | $73,008 | $85,488 |
| Urban Honolulu, HI | $53,331 | $63,710 | $74,090 | $84,469 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $59,030 | $66,581 | $74,131 | $81,682 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $57,803 | $65,437 | $73,050 | $80,683 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $55,390 | $63,773 | $72,134 | $80,517 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $57,013 | $64,834 | $72,634 | $80,454 |
| Yakima, WA | $55,723 | $63,773 | $71,802 | $79,851 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $54,371 | $62,712 | $71,032 | $79,373 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Repairing | 4.0 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 3.9 | |
| Troubleshooting | 3.8 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.6 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.5 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.4 | |
| Equipment Selection | 3.1 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.1 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.1 | |
| Active Listening | 3.1 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | 4.8 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.9 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.5 |
| English Language | 3.5 |
| Mathematics | 3.3 |
| Engineering and Technology | 3.3 |
| Transportation | 3.1 |
| Administration and Management | 3.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Some college | 53.7% |
| High school diploma | 23.6% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 11.5% |
| Less than high school | 6.6% |
| Associate's degree | 4.5% |
Typical Tasks
- Disassemble and inspect motors to locate defective parts, using mechanic's hand tools and gauges.
- Mount motors to boats, and operate boats at various speeds on waterways to conduct operational tests.
- Start motors and monitor performance for signs of malfunctioning, such as smoke, excessive vibration, or misfiring.
- Document inspection and test results and work performed or to be performed.
- Replace parts, such as gears, magneto points, piston rings, or spark plugs, and reassemble engines.
- Idle motors and observe thermometers to determine the effectiveness of cooling systems.
- Set starter locks and align and repair steering or throttle controls, using gauges, screwdrivers, or wrenches.
- Adjust carburetor mixtures, electrical point settings, or timing while motors are running in water-filled test tanks.
Technology Skills
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