Also called: Yacht Detailer
Cleans, waxes and polishes boats and yachts at marinas, buffing hulls and cleaning teak decks, often running a small detailing business.
Detailers buff hulls, clean teak decks, and restore shine on boats in marinas, often running their own small business.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. A high school diploma plus short on-the-job training with a detailing company; you need a business license if you work for yourself.
Ways in: On-the-job training, Self-taught. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Growing about average (about 3% over 10 years).
Low risk for 10 years. Buffing hulls and cleaning teak on varied boats is hands-on; many run their own small business.
Age 16+. One way to start: Apply to boat detailing companies or offer washes at a marina with the marina’s OK
Classes: Shop class, Business math, Physical education.
Official data: O*NET occupation 53-7061.
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