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Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians

SOC 49-3051.00

Repair and adjust electrical and mechanical equipment of inboard or inboard-outboard boat engines.

8
Skills
8
Knowledge
3
Job Zone
No
Green

Top Skills 8

Repairing
4.0
Equipment Maintenance
3.9
Troubleshooting
3.8
Operation and Control
3.6
Operation Monitoring
3.5
Critical Thinking
3.4
Active Listening
3.1
Complex Problem Solving
3.1

Knowledge Areas 8

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

Key Tasks

1Start motors and monitor performance for signs of malfunctioning, such as smoke, excessive vibration, or misfiring.
2Document inspection and test results and work performed or to be performed.
3Mount motors to boats and operate boats at various speeds on waterways to conduct operational tests.
4Repair engine mechanical equipment, such as power tilts, bilge pumps, or power take-offs.
5Perform routine engine maintenance on motorboats, such as changing oil and filters.

Also Known As

Boat Mechanic Boat Motor Mechanic Boat Outboard Engine Mechanic Boat Rigger Boat Tester Certified Marine Mechanic Experimental Outboard Motors Mechanic Marine Diesel Mechanic Marine Mechanic Marine Propulsion Technician

Tools & Equipment

Adjustable gap spark testers Allen wrench sets Automatic center punches Ball peen hammers Battery load testers

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