There are more than 19,000 Ohioans currently employed in the Buckeye State’s pleasure boating industry. There’s a wide range of positions in our businesses. These are stable long-term positions with above market pay plus benefits that can include vacation time, medical benefits, retirement plans and more.
Job Overview
Laminate fiberglass over damaged boat surfaces and then shape, prime, sand, spray, and blend with a finishing gel
Education Needed
No college diploma required. Must have an eye for detail, basic body work and mechanical skills preferred
Typical Salary
$15-25/hour
Boat Detailer
Job Overview
Responsible for the aesthetic maintenance of boats, which includes thorough cleaning and waxing
Education Needed:
No high school, GED, or college diploma required
Typical Salary
$9-15/hour (entry level)
$32,000-42,000/year (lead detailer)
Boat Yard Maintenance
Job Overview
Helps with general jobs around the facility and is primarily involved in the moving and storage of boats
Education Needed:
High school diploma or GED preferred
Typical Salary
$15-18/hour
Service Writer
Job Overview
Combine technical and customer service work into one role, ensuring that the right service is performed for a customer’s boat’s needs.
Education Needed
Technical experience recommended. Higher education recommended.
Typical Salary
$45,000 a year
Ship Broker
Job Overview
As a ship broker, you act as a negotiator between ship owners and charters to claim contracts and organize the movement of cargo.
Education Needed
Previous experience is recommended. Higher education is recommended.
Typical Salary
$36,000 to $50,000 a year
Tug Mate
Job Overview
Located under US Department of Transportation a Tug Mate assists the Tug Master in operations involving the movement of ships, personnel, equipment and supplies to, from, and within the Reserve Fleet Site
Education Needed
Attendance or degree required from accredited universities recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Typical Salary
$27.86 – $32.52 an hour
Parts Specialist
Job Overview
Responsible for ordering and stocking shelves of parts for both internal and external use.
Education Needed
Knowledge of boat systems and components preferred
Typical Salary
$13-20/hour
US Coast Guard
Job Overview
Protecting America’s ports, waterways and interests at home and abroad. Responsibilities include; Search and Rescue, Maritime Law Enforcement and more.
Education Needed
High school graduate or GED recipient between the ages of 17 – 22 years of age with standardized test scores.
Typical Salary
Starting salary is approximately $20,000 annually.
