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AEROSPACE, RAIL & SHIPBUILDING

Rigging Technician

Specialist in the installation and maintenance of marine rigging and deck equipment.

28 000 – 70 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
Vocational training or apprenticeship focused on marine equipment and rigging techniques, often complemented by hands-on experience.
Education level
00
Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
6-12 months
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
6-12 months
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
28 000 – 38 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
38 000 – 52 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
52 000 – 70 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Access to the profession is primarily through vocational training programs, apprenticeships, or direct entry with on-the-job training in boatyards or marine equipment companies.

Training — United States

Training relies on a professional curriculum oriented towards marine equipment installation and rigging, combining theoretical knowledge with practical workshops and apprenticeships.

The job market — United States

The job market shows moderate demand, mainly driven by the recreational boating industry and maintenance services, with steady opportunities in boat manufacturing and marine construction sectors.

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