Also called: Marine Sales Consultant
Sells new and used boats at dealerships and boat shows.
Salespeople take customers on test rides, explain engines and features, and arrange financing.
Commission-heavy; top sellers earn far more.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. No degree required; boating knowledge helps.
Ways in: On-the-job training. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Majors to look at: Business, Marketing.
Growing slowly (about 0% over 10 years).
Medium risk for 10 years. Online shopping and AI chat handle research and leads; buyers still want test rides and a person to close.
Age 18+. One way to start: Apply at boat dealerships for sales or lot associate jobs
Classes: Business CTE class, Speech and debate, Psychology.
Official data: O*NET occupation 41-2031.
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