What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dock Operations Assistant position at Bird Key Yacht Club?
We are seeking a reliable Dock Operations Assistant to join our team. This individual will be responsible for assisting with various tasks related to the operation and maintenance of docks and vessels.
Reports to: Dock Master
Supervises: No supervisory duties are included in this position.
Classification: Hourly
Education and/or Experience
- High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Pursuing a degree in Recreational Management, Hospitality Management, or related degree recommended.
- US Coast Guard Service desirable.
- One to two years of experience working at a public marina or a yacht club required.
- Experience maintaining and repairing boat slips, dinghy lines, moorings, ladders, hoists, floats and lockers highly recommended.
Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectations
- Able to supervise and maintain club launches and various work boats.
- Can properly moor water crafts in accordance with the rules and etiquette of good seamanship.
- Familiarity with proper operating procedures and protocols using ship-to-shore radio equipment.
- Maintain a clean and orderly dock.
- Expertise with lashing and knot-tying.
- Know how to raise and lower flags on a flagpole
- Knowledge of and ability to perform required role in emergency situations.
Job Summary (Essential Functions)
Perform all duties and services required of Dock personnel in a safe, courteous, efficient and professional manner at all times.
Job Tasks/Duties
· Provides assistance to members and guests in getting underway and mooring their boats in accordance with the rules and etiquette of good seamanship.
· Provides all services available in the normal operation of the Dock according to procedures prescribed by the Dock Master, holding tank pump outs, fueling of boats, sales of merchandise and delivery of food, beverages and other merchandise.
· Maintains the cleanliness of the entire Dock area including:
Ø daily trash removal;
Ø scrubbing of docks;
Ø daily removal of sea weed and other debris from the Dock water; and
Ø general policing of Dock areas.
· Maintenance of Club campus and grounds, including tennis courts
Continually observes boat traffic in the Marina, challenging non-member boats and directing them to leave the Marina.
· Reports any misconduct of members, guests, or crew members taking place in the Dock areas or club grounds.
· Maintains the Waterfront Office in a neat, clean, and orderly condition at all times.
· Operates the ship-to-shore radio equipment in accordance with rules and procedures set forth by the Federal Communications Commission.
· Uses club equipment (e.g., Dock carts, Dock slugs, hand carts, etc.) as needed.
· Attends staff and department meetings.
· Performs other appropriate tasks assigned by the Dock Master or Facilities Director
Licenses and Special Requirements
- Boat safety course from US Coast Guard Auxiliary recommended.
- Fuel Certification
Physical Demands and Work Environment
· Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
· Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
· Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
· Able to meet and perform the physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment, which is typical of this position.
· Frequent lifting, bending, climbing, stooping and pulling.
· Push, pull or lift 50 pounds.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Overtime
Supplemental Pay:
- Tips
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20