What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Lift Operator position at MarineMax Brand?
OVERVIEW:
Operates travel lift to move vessels in and out of the water. Also moves land based vessels to designated work, storage or sales areas.
POSITION RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports To: Service Manager or Marina Manager
Key Internal Relationships: Service Department, Sales Department
Direct Reports: N/A
Job Requirements:
- Complete MarineMax travel lift certification
- Maintain valid driver’s license
KEY TASKS:
- Proper and safe operation of the forklift and/or travel lift to ensure safe and timely moving, blocking and placement of all vessels on the sales lot, service facility and in water
- Properly secure vessels to docks, seawalls, etc
- Proper and safe use of slings/shackles ensuring safe movements
- Places keel blocks, boat stands and support blocks under vessel appropriate to the size of the boat
- Slides and positions hull support blocks and frames against boat bottom for vertical support
- Mounts propellers on shafts to prepare boats for launching, when applicable
- Ensure all drain plugs or water pickups are secure, when applicable
- Proper and safe operation of vessels while maneuvering in/out of marina
- Assist customers while docking, tying, boarding and unboarding vessels ensuring complete customer satisfaction
- Monitors gauges, dials and other indicators to make sure machinery/equipment is working properly
- Checks equipment daily for proper fluid levels and general operation including hydraulic lines and hydraulic fittings, forks and straps condition, report any maintenance/repair issues to management
- Report any needed dock repairs to proper management,including electrical, water, lines and dock boards.
- Assist with boat shows and other on/off-site promotions
- Other duties as assigned
KEY RESULT AREAS:
- Knowledge of machinery and tools, including their designs, uses, benefits, repair and maintenance.
- Safe operation of all equipment.
- Ability to work well with others
- Customer satisfaction and enthusiasm/FANS
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