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How much do cruise ship electronics jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for cruise ship electronics in the United States is $92,343.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is cruise ship electronics?

Cruise ship electronics refer to the wide range of electronic systems and devices used on cruise ships to ensure safety, navigation, communication, entertainment, and overall vessel operation. This includes everything from navigation and radar systems, communication equipment, security cameras, and alarm systems to audiovisual setups in guest areas. Professionals working in cruise ship electronics are responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing these complex systems to ensure smooth and safe voyages for both crew and passengers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cruise ship electronics technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cruise Ship Electronics Technician, you need strong knowledge of electronic systems, troubleshooting skills, and typically a degree or certification in electronics or marine technology. Familiarity with shipboard systems such as navigation, communication, and entertainment equipment, as well as tools like multimeters and diagnostic software, is essential. Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and effective teamwork are standout soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial to ensure the safety, reliability, and smooth operation of all onboard electronic systems, supporting both crew and passenger experience.

What are some common challenges faced by electronics technicians on cruise ships, and how can they be addressed?

Electronics technicians on cruise ships often face challenges such as troubleshooting complex systems in a fast-paced, sometimes unpredictable environment, and managing repairs while the ship is at sea. Effective communication with other departments, staying up-to-date with the latest maritime technology, and maintaining detailed documentation are key strategies for addressing these challenges. Additionally, collaborating with a diverse, multicultural team and adapting to shifting schedules can help ensure smooth operations and minimize downtime. Ongoing training and proactive maintenance are also essential for success in this role.

What is the difference between Cruise Ship Electronics vs Marine Electronics Technician?

AspectCruise Ship ElectronicsMarine Electronics Technician
CertificationsSTCW certifications, marine electronics licensesMarine electronics certifications, FCC licenses
Work EnvironmentOnboard cruise ships, maritime settingsMarinas, ships, repair facilities
Industry UsagePassenger cruise industryCommercial and recreational marine vessels

Both roles involve maintaining and repairing marine electronic systems, but Cruise Ship Electronics focus specifically on passenger ships in the cruise industry, while Marine Electronics Technicians work across various marine vessels and settings. The certifications and work environments overlap, but the scope and industry focus differ.

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Infographic showing various Cruise Ship Electronics job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,343 per year, or $44.4 per hour.

Boarding Agent, Maritime Ship Agent

T. Parker Host

Baltimore, MD • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago


Job description

Dating back to a century ago in 1923, T. Parker Host quickly developed a strong reputation for offering exceptional service and solutions as a ship agency. HOST is the largest dry bulk agent in the United States and handles nearly 4,000 vessels annually, including dry bulk, breakbulk, tankers and cruise ships. As agents, we represent principals from around the world and coordinate directly with both local and international parties for every ship we're appointed - improving efficiency for our customers. Host Agency continues to develop a strong worldwide network of relationships throughout the maritime community.
In addition to immediately serving our customers' vessels, we offer a range of services to add value and support throughout the supply chain - from forwarding and documentation, to commodity reporting, to cargo monitoring.
Position Summary:
Entry-level position and springboard to embark on a career in the maritime field. Liaise with pilots, tug boats, linemen, US Customs and Border Protection, US Coast Guard, cargo interests and vessel owners to ensure safe and efficient vessel operations while in port. Excellent opportunity for those looking to spend time in the field, as well as time in the office, handling communications and port expenses. Must be comfortable with a flexible schedule, working nights and weekends as needed based on vessels' schedules.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
Operations Management
  • Boarding of vessels at marine facilities and mid-stream locations
  • Coordinate berthing assignments and order pilots, tugs, and linesmen for vessels
  • Coordinate and order vessel husbandry services within authorized funding limits
  • Provide timely and accurate responses to incoming email requests for assigned ships and general office traffic when required
  • Draft, execute, and dispatch commercial documentation with timeliness and accuracy
  • Be contactable at all times while on call and maintain readiness to respond to vessel requirements and changes of boarding schedules after office hours
  • Follow Company Standard Operating Procedures and seek guidance when modifications for specific calls or other questions arise
  • Travel to and provide operations support to other ports when required by the Host management team
  • Assist in the training and onboarding of new team members as required

Regulatory
  • Coordinate with U.S. Government Agencies to prepare and submit required documents, verify successful filings of reporting notices, and schedule necessary vessel attendances within required time frames
  • Verify successful filing of cargo import, entry, and export manifests within required time frames

Service
  • Maintain professional acumen and a customer service mindset when dealing with Host customer, stakeholder and industry relationships

Education, Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities Required:
  • Prior customer service experience, required. Prior agency experience, a plus.
  • Transitioning military personnel and veterans encouraged to apply.
  • Must have valid driver's license with clean driving record.
  • Strong interpersonal skills including excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Self-motivated and able to multi-task in a constantly changing work environment
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage high volumes of electronic communication, both in office and while mobile in the field
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays and adapt to fluid ship port schedules in 24/7/365 port operations
  • ASBA agency certified or willing to become within first three months of employment

Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to board vessels via gangway and/or pilot ladder alongside berth and over open water
  • Climbing, ascending, descending ladders, stairs, ramps using feet and legs and/or hands and arms
  • Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs
  • Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions (cold, heat, wind, rain, snow)

HOST, and its affiliated companies, is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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