Motorboat Mechanics
Repairs and adjusts electrical and mechanical equipment of gasoline or diesel powered inboard or inboard-outboard boat engines.
Tasks Include:
- 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, and misfiring.
- Document inspection and test results, and work performed or to be performed.
- Replace parts such as gears, magneto points, piston rings, and 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, and wrenches.
- Adjust carburetor mixtures, electrical point settings, and timing while motors are running in water-filled test tanks.
- Repair engine mechanical equipment such as power-tilts, bilge pumps, or power take-offs.
- Inspect and repair or adjust propellers and propeller shafts.
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The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™ 14.0; US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection.
Projections Quick View:
Virginia: +13.1%
National: +19.0%
Education
Post-Secondary Certificate
Job Zone:
Three: Medium Preparation Needed
Income Range:
Moderately High ($36,000 - $49,999)
Average Earnings:
National
$36,080.00
State
$40,725.62
Regional
