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Palm Beach County's Marine Industry has an annual economic impact of $4.7 Billion &
jobs are supported annually.
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As the marine industry grows and prospers, so do the number of career opportunities.

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JOBS ANNUALLY SUPPORTED BY PALM BEACH COUNTY'S MARINE INDUSTRY

Palm Beach County's Marine Industry annually supports an estimated 22,000 jobs.

BREAKDOWN OF ESTIMATED ECONOMIC IMPACT OF MARINE INDUSTRY IN PALM BEACH COUNTY*

Marine Services6,542 Jobs$676.3 Million
Retail Trade6,301 Jobs$651.4 Million
Wholesale Trade4,060 Jobs$419.7 Million
Dockage2,260 Jobs$233.6 Million
Manufacturing1,972 Jobs$203.9 Million

*Thomas J. Murray & Associates, Inc, Economic Impact of the Recreational Marine Industry, Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach Counties, Florida - 2018

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TYPES OF JOBS AVAILABLE IN THE MARINE INDUSTRY

  • Yacht Captain and Crew
  • Yacht Management
  • Yacht Broker/Dealer/Sales
  • Marina Manager/Operator
  • Interior Design
  • Detailer
  • Commercial Diver
  • Office Support

Skilled Trades:

  • Mechanic, Welder/Fabricator, Electrician, HVAC, Plumber, Carpenter

Education & Workforce Resources

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K-12 Education

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Post-Secondary Education

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USCG Approved Training

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Other Resources

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