DETAILED OCCUPATION DATA
53-5022 Motorboat Operators
Occupational Description:
Operate small motor-driven boats. May assist in navigational activities.| Percentiles | |||||||||
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| Geography | Employment | Emp SE* | Mean | Mean SE* | 10th | 25th | Median | 75th | 90th |
| EDR 11 - 7 County Twin Cities | N/A | 83 | N/A | $0.56/hr | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Minnesota | N/A | N/A | $19.32/hr | $1.02/hr | $11.52/hr | $14.51/hr | $18.18/hr | $20.62/hr | $31.34/hr |
| U S | 2,120 | 229 | $24.11/hr | $0.82/hr | $12.42/hr | $16.15/hr | $23.73/hr | $30.67/hr | $36.48/hr |
| *SE = Standard error, a measure of the statistical reliability of the estimate. | |||||||||
| Occupation (click title for details) | OES | Projections | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employment | Median Wage | % Change - | |
| Truck Drivers, Heavy and Tractor-Trailer | 15,600 | $25.16/hr | N/A |
| Truck Drivers, Light or Delivery Services | 9,530 | $19.80/hr | N/A |
| Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators | 330 | $30.07/hr | N/A |
| Bridge and Lock Tenders | 10 | $31.63/hr | N/A |
| Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Tasks for Motorboat Operators
- Operates engine throttle and steering mechanism to guide boat on desired course.
- Secures boat to dock with mooring lines and casts off lines to depart.
- Gives directions for loading and seating in boat.
- Cleans and repairs boat hull and superstructure.
- Performs routine maintenance on boat engine and equipment.
- Maintains desired course, using compass or electronic navigational aides.
