Motorboat Operators
SOC Code: 53-5022 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Operate small motor-driven boats. May assist in navigational activities.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Motorboat Operators. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vallejo, CA | $73,902 | $83,637 | $93,371 | $103,106 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $66,726 | $78,000 | $89,294 | $100,568 |
| Modesto, CA | $66,726 | $78,000 | $89,294 | $100,568 |
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $64,293 | $76,190 | $88,067 | $99,965 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $65,666 | $76,752 | $87,859 | $98,946 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $65,666 | $76,752 | $87,859 | $98,946 |
| Chico, CA | $64,251 | $74,152 | $84,032 | $93,933 |
| El Centro, CA | $64,251 | $74,152 | $84,032 | $93,933 |
| Fresno, CA | $64,251 | $74,152 | $84,032 | $93,933 |
| Hanford-Corcoran, CA | $64,251 | $74,152 | $84,032 | $93,933 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operation and Control | 3.9 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.8 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 3.4 | |
| Monitoring | 3.4 | |
| Speaking | 3.4 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.2 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.1 | |
| Active Listening | 3.1 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.0 | |
| Coordination | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.4 |
| English Language | 4.1 |
| Education and Training | 3.9 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.8 |
| Transportation | 3.8 |
| Mechanical | 3.5 |
| Geography | 3.0 |
| Personnel and Human Resources | 2.9 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 39.7% |
| Less than high school | 34.6% |
| Bachelor's degree | 13.9% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 8.6% |
| Some college | 2.1% |
Typical Tasks
- Maintain desired courses, using compasses or electronic navigational aids.
- Follow safety procedures to ensure the protection of passengers, cargo, and vessels.
- Operate engine throttles and steering mechanisms to guide boats on desired courses.
- Direct safety operations in emergency situations.
- Issue directions for loading, unloading, and seating in boats.
- Secure boats to docks with mooring lines, and cast off lines to enable departure.
- Maintain equipment such as range markers, fire extinguishers, boat fenders, lines, pumps, and fittings.
- Report any observed navigational hazards to authorities.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Autopilot software Cartography software Echo sounder software Global positioning system GPS software Radar software Roam Devices Roam Marine Monitor Hub SEA.AI Offshore ONE Web browser software
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