Service Writer / Manager Salary in the US
Service Writer / Managers on BoatyardJobs earn a median of about $73,750 per year, with most roles paying between $52,750 and $106,250.
Entry · 25th pct
$52,750
≈ $25/hr
Median
$73,750
≈ $35/hr
Experienced · 75th pct
$106,250
≈ $51/hr
Based on 10 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.