Hands-on
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Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians
Repair and adjust electrical and mechanical equipment of inboard or inboard-outboard boat engines.
How does this connect to your interests? →A look at the work
- 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.
- Mount motors to boats, and operate boats at various speeds on waterways to conduct operational tests.
- Repair engine mechanical equipment, such as power tilts, bilge pumps, or power take-offs.
- Perform routine engine maintenance on motorboats, such as changing oil and filters.
- 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.
- Inspect and repair or adjust propellers or propeller shafts.
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Interests involved in this work
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7.0 / 7
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Skills to explore
Source-reported importance on a 1–5 scale. Try a course, project or conversation to learn what these skills involve.
Repairing
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
2015-07
Equipment Maintenance
Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
2015-07
Troubleshooting
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
2015-07
Operation and Control
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
2015-07
Operations Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
2015-07
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
2015-07
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
2015-07
Quality Control Analysis
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
2015-07
Judgment and Decision Making
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
2015-07
Equipment Selection
Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
2015-07
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Source preparation category: Job Zone 3 of 5 · 2015-07. This category describes typical preparation, not your eligibility.
Related study fields
Source crosswalk connections are research leads, not required qualifications.
Marine Engineering Technology/Technician →
Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology/Technician →
Marine Maintenance/Fitter and Ship Repair Technology/Technician →
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O*NET-SOC code 49-3051.00 · Database 31.0 · Retrieved Oct 14, 2026. Dates on individual observations describe their source periods.
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