Dockhand

The Boat House; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boat House in Cape Coral is seeking a Dockhand/Marina Assistant to serve customers with pride and a smile. You will help manage boat dockage, set blocks, and assist with forklift moves, all while maintaining a safe, welcoming marina environment.

We value an upbeat, punctual team player with basic boating knowledge who can explain boat usage to rental customers and assist the forklift operator with moving boats along the docks.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills.
• Upbeat and energetic personality.
• Punctual with good attendance.
• Knowledge of boating for rental customers.
• Ability to set blocks, paint stands, and racks to ensure safe boat setting.
• Assist forklift driver with spotting boat moves.
• Assist customers with docking boats.
• Moving boats up and down the docks as needed.
• Moving boats on and off the forklift in the water.
• Operate a warehouse forklift moving pallets, trailers, etc.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with docking and moving boats along docks.
• Support forklift operator with boat movements and placement.
• Maintain safe, clean marina area and friendly customer service.
• Help with loading/unloading and general dock maintenance.

Skills

Customer service

Energetic personality

Punctuality

Boating knowledge

Forklift operation

Docking boats

Boat moves spotting

Moving boats

Warehouse forklift

Tools

Forklift (warehouse)

Job description

Are you a team player?

Do you LOVE the water?

Do you enjoy working outdoors in a fast-paced work environment?

The Boat House of Cape Coral is looking for an energetic and positive Dockhand/Marina Assistant to serve our customers with pride and a smile.

While the marine industry is an energetic, sporty and fun, the ability to offer that professional touch while being casual is essential for success. We have full-time positions available.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have strong customer service skills.
• Have an upbeat and energetic personality.
• Be punctual with good attendance.
• Have some knowledge of boating as they will be explaining the expectations and use of boats to rental customers.
• Ability to set blocks, paint stands, and racks to ensure safe boat setting.
• Assist forklift driver with spotting boat moves.
• Assist customers with docking boats on the dock.
• Moving boats up and down the docks as needed.
• Moving boats on and off the forklift in the water.
• Operate a warehouse forklift moving pallets, trailers, etc.

Candidates must be willing to undergo a drug screening prior to hire.

The Boat House is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All candidates will be considered without regard to any protected class.

The Boat House is a drug-free workplace. This offer is contingent upon your successful completion of a drug and alcohol pre-employment screen and intention to support a drug and alcohol-free workplace.