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Marine & RV Technology

Marine & RV Mechanic School

If working on recreational vehicles—for both land and sea—sounds like an adventure, then look no further. J-Tech’s Marine and RV Technician program isn’t just about boats and RVs. You’ll be learning proper diagnostic procedures and repair methods for other motorized machines too.

  • Motorhomes & RVs
  • Powerboats
  • PWC (Personal Watercraft)
  • Diesel & Gasoline: Outboards & Inboards
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J-Tech Marine & RV Technology student surrounded by engines, tools, and iconography.
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Video: Year of the Trades: The Marine & RV Industry needs qualified technicians.

Marine and RV Technician
Training

Specialized Marine & RV tech training at J-Tech

Whether it’s riding roads or riding waves, people love the machines that allow them to do it. And considering over 11 million households in the U.S. own an RV* and nearly 289K own boats**—the demand for skilled technicians to work on those machines isn’t going anywhere. And with high demand comes job security.

Part of Yamaha Marine University’s training program, the curriculum also includes comprehensive instruction on how to use modern test equipment and specialized tools in realistic work environments. Our fully equipped shop offers a multi-level approach where students gain valuable, hands-on experience working on computerized diagnostic systems, system specific specialty tools, electronic circuit testing tools and meters, and air conditioning charing and recovery equipment. Students receive preparatory education and will sit for each of the four (4) components of Yamaha’s Maintenance Certification Program (MCP).

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*RV Industry Association: https://www.rvia.org/media-resources

**Linchpin SEO, “Boating Market Marketing & Industry Trends Shaping 2022”: https://linchpinseo.com/trends-boating-industry

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Facts

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Florida has more than double the number of jobs for Marine Mechanics than any other state in the U.S.

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The average annual wage for a marine mechanic as of 2021 was over $50K in Florida and nearly $47K nationally.

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Florida is #1 in the nation for the number of RV service technician jobs with an annual average pay of more than $43K.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians: bls.gov/oes/current/oes493051.htm
Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians: bls.gov/oes/current/oes493092.htm

Career
Options

  • Marine Technician
  • Marine Mechanic
  • Outboard Technician
  • Boat Mechanic
  • Inboard Technician
  • Boat Technician
  • Outboard Specialist
  • Marine Systems Specialist
  • Marine Systems Technician
  • Diesel Engine Specialist
  • Bus & Truck Mechanic
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RV mechanics checking the electrical systems in a camper van.
Marine technician working an outboard engine.
RV technician fixing the ceiling-mounted air conditioner in a motorhome.

Admissions
Procedures

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3. DECIDE

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Connect with Financial Aid

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Marine & RV Technology Program
Highlights

J-Tech’s Marine & RV Technology program helps students acquire the skills they need to work as entry-level marine or RV service technicians. As a student in the program, you’ll have the opportunity to assemble and disassemble the entire power train of a unit from the head and block to the trim system.

As a student in our Marine Mechanic program, you'll also have access to the following benefits:

ABYC Certification Ready

613 Piece Tool Set

Valuable Insights

Job Opportunities

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What You'll
Learn

Proper Use of Hand and Power Tools

A/C and D/C electrical systems rigging, diagnosis, & repair

Marine Drive Systems & Lower Outboard Units

Diesel & Gasoline Engines

Outboard Engines

Suspension & Steering

Generators & Alternators

HVAC-R

Preventative Mainteance

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What Our Grads
Have to Say

“J-Tech is literally one of the best decisions I made when I decided to go back to school. With the education they offered and the push for me to do things that I don't like to do to help better me in my career path now... It was a life changer, it was a good decision to come here.”
Myrna Vasquez, J-Tech Automotive Technology graduate
Myrna VasquezAutomotive Technology
"I decided to go to J-Tech because when I toured the school and saw they had all the latest and greatest gadgets and all the best technology at the time. If you are interested in going to J-Tech, don't sit and wait to think about it, just go. Everyone here is welcoming and will help you out."
Even Andrews, J-Tech Diesel Technology graduate
Even AndrewsDiesel Technology
“I left the military in 2014. My return home did not allow me ample time to prepare for civilian life. I faced some difficult roads when I started my school search and trying to get the financial side covered. But once I got to J-Tech it was totally different. They helped me along the whole entire process. I never had a hiccup.”
Shane Davis, J-Tech Automotive Technology graduate
Shane Davis Diesel Technology
“The thing about J-Tech: their recruiters, they’re not trying to get you to sign up because they want you to come to their school. They’re really trying to change your life. Diesel Technology–Automobile–it’s always been a great market. The criteria that J-Tech sets up, they set you up for success when you get into the real world.”
Terrance Cummings, Diesel Technology graduate
Terrance CummingsDiesel Technology
"My first time being in J-Tech, I was really scared, but then really impressed too. There's so many vehicles that you've got to pick from to work on, and all the tools that they have. The toolbox that you get, everything you need, and then just seeing all the machines that you have to use in a shop; it's completely relatable. You don't go into a shop not knowing, because you've already seen them."
Jeanivelise Sanchez-Pomainville, Automotive Technology graduate
Jeanivelise Sanchez-PomainvilleAutomotive Technology
"I studied Diesel Technology at J-Tech, and got accepted into the D.A.T.E. program, which in turn got me a job at NexTran Truck Centers here in Jacksonville, Florida, which is a Mack dealership. D.A.T.E. played a huge part in my advancement at NexTran. I learned all the diagnostic skills I needed."
Colby Chasteen, Diesel Technology and D.A.T.E. program graduate
Colby ChasteenD.A.T.E. Program
"J-Tech really prepped me to be able to get in there, to do the things that they first start me off with, and also work me into the things that I’ll end up doing in the future. Some advice that I do have to give to future J-Tech students is to think big, and what you put in is what you get out."
Rebecca Uzoechi, Diesel Technology graduate
Rebecca UzoechiDiesel Technology
“That’s a good thing about J-Tech. A lot of times, if you see it here in a static environment, when you get out the dynamic environment—the world—you don’t have to waste as much time toiling with it. You can get straight to where you gotta go.”
Clinton Hatcher, Diesel Technology graduate
Clinton HatcherDiesel Technology

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