Boatyard Hand & Equipment Operator: Vessel Hauling

Safe Harbor Kittery Point; Eliot (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Landing School is seeking an Experienced Boatyard Hand / Equipment Operator in Eliot, ME to move, haul, and launch boats and support service operations on site.

The role requires basic boat handling skills, a valid driver\'s license, and 1–2 years of relevant experience. You will operate forklifts and travelifts, perform general maintenance, and help keep the marina area safe and organized.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' relevant experience preferred.
• Basic boat handling skills required.
• Must possess a valid driver\'s license.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including forklift, travellift, and hydraulic trailer to move, haul, and launch boats.
• Operate machinery efficiently and safely while handling vessels.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair equipment to ensure operational readiness.
• Perform general boat maintenance activities such as pressure washing, buffing, waxing, bottom painting, zinc replacement.
• Maintain marina cleanliness and grounds; assist crew as needed.

Skills

Basic boat handling

Ability to lift heavy objects

Weather resilience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Travellift

Hydraulic trailer

Job description

Landing School is seeking an Experienced Boatyard Hand / Equipment Operator in Eliot, ME to move, haul, and launch boats and support service operations on site.

The role requires basic boat handling skills, a valid driver\'s license, and 1–2 years of relevant experience. You will operate forklifts and travelifts, perform general maintenance, and help keep the marina area safe and organized.