About the Industry

The future is bright in the boating world. Whether it is in the craft of building a traditional wooden boat, designing a new boat made from the latest in closed mold composite technology, or refitting a multi-million dollar luxury yacht, opportunities are bountiful. The marine industry in Maine employs many of the State's most highly skilled and detail oriented workers in a variety of positions.


Marine Systems is a broad category and encompasses many things. It covers the installation, maintenance and repair of the major systems found in both power and sail boats. Here is just a sampling of what it includes:

  • Electrical systems
  • Electronics
  • Steering systema
  • Fuel systems
  • Diesel engines
  • Gasoline inboard engines
  • Inboard/outboard and sail drive gear systems
  • Marine pumps
  • On board tankage
  • Marine sanitation systems
  • AC and refrigeration systems
  • Fire fighting systems
  • Marine LPG systems