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Military Marine Equipment Mechanics

Military Career

General Information

Description

The Military operates many types of watercraft from small motor launches to large ships, many of which are powered by gasoline or diesel engines. These vessels also contain mechanical and electrical systems that are critical to their overall operation. It is the job of marine equipment mechanics to maintain and operate these systems.

Work Environment

Marine engine mechanics work aboard ships, normally in the engine or power rooms. Sometimes they work in repair centers on land bases. Working conditions in engine rooms tend to be noisy and hot.

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Military Outlook

Service Branches

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Military Status

  • Enlisted
    • Hands-on/specialized
    • High school diploma required

Military Workforce

Marine Equipment Mechanics in the Military

45,140

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Salary

Salary Information

Median Military Salary This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.

$71,857

Military Salary Range Salary varies based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location. Learn more about Military benefits.

$22,646 - $291,238

What makes up a Military salary?

Military salaries include a lot more than just base pay.

They also offer:

  • Housing allowances
  • Subsistence allowances
  • Special and incentive pays
  • Cost-of-living allowances
  • Hazardous-duty pay
  • Bonuses

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Education

Military training

All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training. Marine engine mechanics in the Military will gain skills through classroom study, including practice in marine engine maintenance and repair, and on-the-job experience. Job-specific training content may include: Internal combustion engine theoryRepair of shipboard electronic and electrical machinery systemsService and repair of fuel injection systemsUse and care of hand and power toolsWelding and machine shop fabrication

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Military training

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All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training. Marine engine mechanics in the Military will gain skills through classroom study, including practice in marine engine maintenance and repair, and on-the-job experience. Job-specific training content may include:

  • Internal combustion engine theory
  • Repair of shipboard electronic and electrical machinery systems
  • Service and repair of fuel injection systems
  • Use and care of hand and power tools
  • Welding and machine shop fabrication

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.