Service Writer / Manager Salary in the US
Service Writer / Managers on BoatyardJobs earn a median of about $80,000 per year, with most roles paying between $57,500 and $136,250.
Entry · 25th pct
$57,500
≈ $28/hr
Median
$80,000
≈ $38/hr
Experienced · 75th pct
$136,250
≈ $66/hr
Based on 6 service writer / manager listings nationwide with published pay on BoatyardJobs. Hourly figures are derived from annual pay (≈2,080 hrs/yr).
What affects service writer / manager pay
Customer-facing service scheduling, estimating and shop management at dealers and yards.
The biggest drivers are years of hands-on experience, the engine and systems brands you're certified on, and where you work — coastal hubs with year-round boating typically pay more. Manufacturer certifications (Mercury, Yamaha, Volvo Penta) and ABYC credentials reliably move pay toward the upper end of the range above.