These potential buyers will help expand the market for boats, while helping to maintain the demand for qualified mechanics. Construction of new single-family houses will result in an increase in the lawn and garden equipment in operation, increasing the need for mechanics. However, equipment growth will be slowed by trends toward smaller lawns and contracting out their maintenance to lawn service firms. Growth will also be tempered by the tendency of many consumers to dispose of and replace relatively inexpensive items rather than have them repaired. Motorcycle, boat, and small-engine mechanics tend to receive few benefits in small shops, but those employed in larger shops often receive paid vacations, sick leave, and health insurance.
Some employers also pay for work related training and provide uniforms.
Links to non-BLS Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement. For more details about work opportunities, contact local motorcycle, boat, and lawn and garden equipment dealers, and boat yards and marinas. Local offices of the State employment service may also have information about employment and training opportunities.