Maine Built Boats



Maine Composites Alliance



Association of Marina Industries



Marine Retailers Association of America



National Association of Marine Surveyors



National Marine Manufacturers Association



Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors




SafetyWorks
The Maine Department of Labor offers a diverse array of services to Maine workers, employers, and job seekers with the mission of promoting the economic well being of the labor force and employers, attracting and retaining a wide range of employment opportunities, promoting independence and lifelong learning, fostering economic stability, and ensuring the safe and fair treatment of all people on the job.



Maine Advanced Technology Center
The Maine Advanced Technology Center (MATC) is part of the Southern Maine Community College Brunswick Campus, in partnership with government, industry, and education. The MATC is the just the first step in creating a new approach that will align advances in technology and innovation with education. The MATC offers programming in Composite Technology with a focus on Cold-Mold Infusion and advanced applications for the composite industry. With dedicated labs, classroom space, and application shops for manufacturing and composites training, the MATC helps workers gain skills necessary for employment in industries that utilize advanced manufacturing and composite applications. By expanding the capacity to deliver training throughout coastal Maine, the MATC drives the advancement of the manufacturing industry, makes Maine an attractive place for companies looking to expand or relocate, and establishes Maine as the national leader in composites technology training.



Opportunity Maine
Opportunity Maine is a new program that will make college more affordable for Maine students. Beginning with any loans that a student takes in January 2008, he or she will be eligible to clain a large tax credit to pay student loans after they graduate. Businesses are also eligible for the tax credit if they agree to pay a student’s loan. To be eligible, graduates must work and pay taxes in Maine after they finish school - but there are no restrictions on leaving Maine for graduate school or programs such as the Peace Corps.



ProBoat E-Training Online
ProBoat E-Training is your online source for excellence in marine education. Our intensive series of online courses has been developed by the staff of Professional BoatBuilder magazine. Professional BoatBuilder also co-produces the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) and is one of the world’s leading developers, authorities, and communicators of boatbuilding excellence.



The Apprenticeshop
Rockland, Maine 207-594-1800



The Landing School
Arundel, Maine 207-985-7976




2011 Training Needs Survey
Please take a few minutes to complete our 2011 Training Needs Survey!



Maine CareerCenter
CareerCenter home page – services available for employers, job seekers and workforce development professionals.



JobsInME.com
This site provides services for employers who would like to post job listings and people who are looking for employment opportunities in Maine.



ProBoatCareers.com
This site was created by Professional Boatbuilder Magazine and serves both employers and job seekers.



O*NET OnLine
The O*NET system serves as the nation's primary source of occupational information, providing comprehensive information on key attributes and characteristics of workers and occupations.



Maine CareerCenter – Maine's Job Bank
For employers who would like to post a job listing. Click on "Employer log in here" to create no fee listings and access workforce information service for employers




Antifouling Contaminated Wash Water Permit
On Oct. 14, 2009 the Maine Dept. of Environmental Protection adopted a new general permit for the discharge of antifouling contaminated wash water. Information - including permit language and supporting documents and forms - is available at this site.



Clean Boatyard & Marina Program
A collaborative partnership among industry, state and federal agencies and environmental organizations dedicated to promoting best management practices in boatyards and marinas. The Program will help preserve and improve the natural resources upon which the industry and the people of Maine depend by reducing pollution.



Department of Environmental Protection
DEP Home Page



BoatUS Article on Boat Cleaners
BoatUS researches and tests the cleaning power and environmental impacts of a number of popular cleaning compounds, boat soaps, and cleansers.



Bottom Wash BMPs
NEW - 9/2011: Maine DEP has released the bottom wash best management practices. These pages should be printed and added to your copy of Brightwork - A Best Management Practices Manual for Maine Boatyards and Marinas.



Brightworks: A Best Management Practices Manual for Maine Boatyards and Marinas
This is the online version of Maine's most recent Best Management Practices manual for boatyards and marinas. The manual contains an incredible amount of useful information - you will definitely want to make use of this manual as you plan and conduct business in your facility.



Solvent Contaminated Wiper Policy
In March of 2011 the Maine Dept. of Environmental Protection modified their policy on Solvent Contaminated Wipers. Follow this link to the new policy.




Educators Explore Career Opportunities in Marine and Composites
The purpose of the Building Bridges Program is to provide Maine educators with knowledge, information and insights into certain industry sectors in Maine. Educators gain a deeper understanding of how to best prepare students to be successful in these industries.



For Students - Explore Careers in Marine Trades and Composites
Check out the opportunities in marine and composites industries in Maine. FIND CAREERS WITH VARIETY, TECHNOLOGY, & FUN!



ProBoat Radio Show
The March 23, 2010 show focused on activities, events, and plans put into motion by the Maine Marine Trades Association. Susan Swanton described what this very active MTA has to offer to its membership -- and to the rest of us. Susan also introduced us to Tuesdi Woodworth, the new director of the Marine Systems Training Center (MSTC). Listen now to find out how MMTA has taken on "ownership" of the MSTC and to learn all the reasons why companies should become part of their own MTA.




MMTA On-line Store
Visit MMTA's On-line store to shop for high quality apparrel and accessories - all available with the Association's logo.



Maine PTAC Procurement Technical Assistance Center
The Maine PTAC is part of a nationwide network of Procurement Technical Assistance Centers, or PTAC's, that helps Maine small businesses obtain government contracts with the Department of Defense, other federal agencies, state and local governments and federal prime contractors. Let us show you how we are Maine’s Best Government Market Business Resource.



Maine's Boating Expo
NEW for 2012! Maine's Boating Expo is a production of the Maine Marine Trades Association and will feature dozens of exhibitors including boat and motor dealers, boat builders and service yards, canvas shops, electronics companies, suppliers, boating publications and more.