Dockhand

Founders 3 Real Estate Services; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Founders 3 Real Estate Services is seeking a dockhand for HAVN Yacht Club to support boating guests and marina operations. The role involves assisting with docking, fueling, and provisioning, as well as keeping the marina inviting and well-maintained.

The position requires swimming ability and the ability to obtain necessary licenses; forklift and travel lift experience is a plus. Opportunities exist for both full-time and part-time schedules in a waterfront setting.

Qualifications

• Strong swimming ability and the capacity to obtain government licenses as needed.
• Knowledge of marina operations, boat lifting/handling, and towing is preferred.
• Certification in health and safety is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to boaters and clientele; assist with docking and fueling.
• Help guests acquire marina amenities and maintain curb appeal of the facility.
• Perform maintenance on docks, grounds and buildings as required.
• May operate travel lift and forklift for storing, launching and hauling boats.

Skills

Customer service

Marina operations

VHF communications

First aid

Fire safety procedures

Tools

Travel lift

Forklift

Job description

DescriptionF3 Marina, a division of Founders 3 Real Estate Services, is a leader in professional marina management and consulting services to marina owners anywhere. Our services include all aspects of waterfront development and management, including; marinas and adjacent upland property, such as multi-family and retail. We provide the expertise, experience and attention to detail to delight our boaters, clients and communities while maximizing occupancy and revenue.
Our management approach, company culture and commitment to CARE (Commitment, Accountability, Respect and Excellence) instill a forward-thinking mindset and results-driven strategy where owners gain a trusted partner, boaters feel genuinely valued, and marinas perform at their full potential. Combining operational excellence with a hospitality-driven mindset is our competitive advantage.
If this sounds like the type of company culture where you want to grow and make a meaningful impact, keep reading to learn more about this opportunity.
We are looking for a full time and a part time dockhand to join the team at the HAVN Yacht Club!This dockhand role is a great opportunity for someone who loves the marina environment and has a customer service mind set. You will offer customer service to our boaters and clientele, assisting them with docking their boats, fueling, and acquiring amenities. The entire team at the marina is also responsible for the upkeep and curb appeal of the facility making sure we are able to delight boaters at all times. This includes some maintenance duties on the docks, grounds and buildings. This position may operate the travel lift and forklift in storing, launching and hauling out boats.
RequirementsQualified candidates must have strong swimming skills and the ability to obtain and/or maintain any government required licenses, certificate or permits beneficial to the marina, including health and safety certification. A good general knowledge of marina operations including boat lifting, handling and towing, proven skills in VHF communication, first-aid and fire-fighting procedures and a valid driver license are required. Forklift experience required.
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