Temporary Labourer, Marina - up to 4 months

Town of Whitby; Whitby; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Whitby is seeking a marina attendant to join our team. You will assist with yard services, dock operations, and customer service at the Whitby marina, helping to keep boats, docks and grounds safe and well-maintained.

This role requires Grade 12, marina maintenance exp, Pleasure Craft Operator Certificate, First Aid/CPR/AED, and a valid driver's license. Working hours include flexible shifts April–Nov and December–March, with a closing date of Sept 22, 2026.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education is required.
• Marina-related experience (including 6 months of marina maintenance) is required.
• Pleasure Craft Operator Certificate is required.
• First Aid, CPR and AED certification are required.
• Maritime Radio Course is preferred.
• Valid Driver's License is an asset.

Responsibilities

• yard services: assisting with the hauling and launching of boats;
• assist with the installation and removal of sailboat masts;
• assist with the towing boats;
• assist customers by lifting outboard engines and other equipment/gear, setting up or removal of lines, fenders and rigging; conduct regular checks and maintenance/ cleaning of marina equipment;
• assist customers in docking/undocking, moving boats along docks and into/out of travel lift ramp; and, pressure washing boats;
• grounds/dock/harbour maintenance: cleaning docks, grounds, harbour, shoreline, picnic shelters, barbecues, and portable toilets;
• collecting cash and receipts from public boat ramp ticket machine and bringing to the marina office for processing;
• maintain docks and grounds by making basic carpentry and plumbing repairs, changing light bulbs, painting, replacing or securing fasteners and power cables, and adjusting chains;
• office duties including accepting payments for fuel/merchandise sales, checking in visitors and assigning slips, answering the phone, providing customer service and providing general boating and marina information;
• prepare marina for winter by assisting with the winterization of seasonal water lines and putting away equipment;
• building maintenance: cleaning and sanitizing washrooms, showers, lobby, lounge, office, staff room, workshop, maintenance and mechanical room;
• set up/clean up related to hall rentals and special events;
• fuelling boats on service wall using gas and diesel pumps;
• pump out boater waste tanks;
• assist customers with gear/equipment; and,
• other duties as may be assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Grade 12 education

Marina related experience

Job description

Our team is highly skilled, passionate about our community, and we care. Let's grow together.

Who We Are

In Whitby, we are dedicated to our work, our community, and each other. We work hard, we have fun, and we celebrate our successes. The Town of Whitby is a community in transformation that is located in the heart of Durham Region in the eastern Greater Toronto Area. Whitby is the second-largest municipality in the region and one of the fastest-growing communities in Canada. Located on Lake Ontario and only an hour east of Toronto, the population of Whitby is expected to grow from 140,000 to more than 200,000 by 2031. Whitby's Official Plan has been updated to establish new directions for Whitby's planned growth and development; the protection of our natural and built environments; urban design intensification; sustainability; community improvement; and, new employment within this time frame. The Town of Whitby combines a small town atmosphere with the sophistication and amenities of a larger urban centre. Whitby boasts two beautiful heritage downtowns, one of the finest recreational harbours with an award-winning marina, year round sports and recreation activities, parks, trails, and a robust arts and culture scene, all of which are part of the extraordinary amenities that Whitby residents enjoy every day. Whitby has an exciting and aspiring future, with a community that is welcoming, growing and transforming. The Town of Whitby is a hybrid organization. This means staff are empowered to do their best work from various locations, as appropriate for the position. We want to be the preferred employer for the most talented people who care about the Town of Whitby, and are excited and proud to serve our vibrant community. Let’s grow together.

What You Will Get To Do

The successful candidate will have a positive impact on our corporate culture by demonstrating the Town's CARE core values (Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Engaged) through daily interactions with individuals at all levels of the organization, external contacts and elected officials. By effectively building positive rapport and relationships both internally and externally, the successful candidate will help us achieve our mission that together we deliver services that make a difference in our community.

Duties

• yard services: assisting with the hauling and launching of boats;
• assist with the installation and removal of sailboat masts;
• assist with the towing boats;
• assist customers by lifting outboard engines and other equipment/gear, setting up or removal of lines, fenders and rigging; conduct regular checks and maintenance/ cleaning of various marina equipment items;
• assist customers in docking/undocking, moving boats along docks and into/outof travel lift ramp; and, pressure washing boats;
• grounds/dock/harbour maintenance: cleaning docks, grounds, harbour, shoreline, picnic shelters, barbecues, and portable toilets by washing surfaces, picking up debris/waste, and disposing in waste or recycling receptacles;
• collecting cash and receipts from public boat ramp ticket machine and bringing to the marina office for processing;
• maintain docks and grounds by making basic carpentry and plumbing repairs, changing light bulbs, painting, replacing or securing fasteners and power cables, and adjusting chains;
• office duties including accepting payments for fuel/merchandise sales, checking in visitors and assigning slips, answering the phone, providing customer service and providing general boating and marina information.
• prepare marina for winter by assisting with the winterization of seasonal water lines and putting away equipment, furniture, barbecues, and other items;
• building maintenance: cleaning and sanitizing washrooms, showers, lobby, lounge, office, staff room, workshop, maintenance and mechanical room.
• set up/clean up related to hall rentals and special events;
• fuelling boats on service wall using gas and diesel pumps;
• pump out boater waste tanks;
• assist customers with gear/equipment; and,
• other duties as may be assigned.

Who You Are

You're always happy to learn new things and to help build a working environment that encourages and cultivates new ideas. You foster a collaborative team environment among co-workers, and work well both independently and as part of a team. You solve problems by identifying, gathering and processing relevant information to determine possible solutions, evaluate them and make recommendations. You are committed to working in and creating a socially inclusive environment, responding with sensitivity to diverse needs. You always perform work in a safe manner and avoids shortcuts that increase health and safety risks to yourself or others.

What You Bring To Our Team

• a Grade 12 education;
• a minimum of one (1) year of marina related experience including six (6) months marina maintenance experience;
• a Pleasure Craft Operator Certificate;
• a valid First Aid, CPR and AED Certifications;
• Maritime Radio Course preferred; and,
• a valid Driver's License, maintained in good standing is an asset;.

Salary Range/Hourly rate:

$29.30 - $36.66

Hybrid Information

Frontline

Hours

This position may work flex hours, including days, afternoons, and nights, forty (40) hours per week. Between April-November shifts may be scheduled between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 11:59 p.m., Sunday to Saturday. Between the months of December-March shifts may be scheduled between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Sunday to Saturday.

Closing Date

September 22, 2026

Vacancy Statement:

Unless specifically stated, all job postings at the Town of Whitby are to fill existing vacancies within our organization.

AI Disclosure:

The Town of Whitby confirms that artificial intelligence (AI) will not be used in the screening, assessment, or selection process for this position.

Our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Antiracism

At the Town of Whitby, we view holistic inclusion as the pathway to achieving healthy relationships, inclusive excellence and fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We acknowledge our history - the good and the bad, promote social justice and address discrimination and inequities. We strive to create a workplace that encourages you to always bring your authentic self to work.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Town of Whitby is an Affiantive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accommodation

The Town of Whitby is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.