Driver- Boat Dealership

Mau Marine, Inc.; Okoboji (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Mau Marine, Inc. in Okoboji, IA seeks a Driver- Boat Dealership to move boats on trailers within a 10-mile radius of the marina, load/unload from transports, and operate forklifts as needed. You will support the yard and marina logistics in a fast-paced family-owned environment.

The role reports to the Service Manager, ensuring timely boat movement for repairs and launches while maintaining safety and efficiency across the dealership operations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a clean driving record.
• Proficient in driving, docking, trailering, and hoisting various types of boats.
• Team-oriented, reliable, and flexible to long hours.

Responsibilities

• Careful movement of all boats as directed by Service Manager and Dispatchers (service writers).
• Efficient management of storage space by accurate positioning of storage boats within the building.
• Maintenance of Storage Log to record boat locations.
• Report any damaged equipment or damages to boats to service manager.
• Keeping storage facilities locked and secure.
• Always wear a radio to facilitate communication.
• Follow safety rules, processes, and procedures.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Team-Oriented

Careful with equipment

Punctual attendance

Clean driving record

Flexible to extended hours

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Salary Range: $40,000.00 To $50,000.00 Annually

Driver- Boat Dealership

Company Background

Mau Marine is a family-owned marine dealership featuring sales and service of new and used boats, as well as parts and accessories. Our facility is comprised of a 100-boat indoor showroom, 100 wet-slip marina, fuel dock, and 400 seat restaurant and entertainment venue. We provide a fast-paced, positive, energetic work environment along with the opportunity to advance your career in the marine industry. Our team possess a strong work ethic, values teamwork, and consists of both seasoned veterans as well as intern-level staffers. Our mission at Mau Marine is to make absolutely every aspect of the boating experience easy and enjoyable for our customers. We accomplish this through a team of dedicated individuals who set the standard for excellence in the marine industry.

Job Description

Drivers (yard staff) are responsible for moving boats on trailers over land and on water. Drivers load boats on and off blocks using hydraulic trailers, unload and load boats from semi-trailer transports, and use forklifts to move boats. The majority of boat moving takes place in and around the yard and storage facilities all within a 10 mile radius of the main marina. Drivers also haul boats over-the-road from time to time as needed.

Drivers play a pivotal role in logistics within the marine dealership’s operations. They are entrusted with the careful transportation of customer’s boats and dealership inventory as well as the efficient use of the marina’s storage and slips facilities. Drivers facilitate the service department’s efficiency by ensuring timely movement of boats for repair, launch etc. Reporting directly to the Service Manager, drivers maintain a close working relationship with Parts personnel and Service Writers and technicians.

Responsibilities

The following responsibilities will be expected for this position:

• Careful Movement of All Boats as directed by Service Manager and Dispatchers (service writers)
• Efficient management of storage space by accurate positioning of storage boats within the building
• Maintenance of Storage Log to record boat locations
• Report any damaged equipment or damages to boats to service manager
• Keeping storage facilities locked and secure
• Always wear a radio to facilitate communication
• Follow safety rules, processes, and procedures
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

Applicants must possess the following qualifications:

• Team-Oriented and likes working in a fast-paced environment
• Careful with equipment
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance, displaying flexibility to work extended hours as needed to meet operational requirements.
• Proficient in driving, docking, trailering, and hoisting various types of boats, including outboard pontoons, v-drive and inboard boats, and twin-engine boats.
• Must be at least 18 years old with a clean driving record, meeting legal requirements for operating vehicles.

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