Equipment Operator Assistant

DeKalb Health; Puerto Rico; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Safe Harbor Marinas in Puerto Rico is seeking an Equipment Operator Assistant to move vessels and support marina operations. You will operate heavy equipment and assist with haul and launch, storage, or sales as needed, while helping keep the marina clean and safe.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, 2-3 years’ relevant experience, and a valid Puerto Rico driver’s license. The role requires the ability to lift 60 pounds, work in all weather conditions, and overtime when required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-3 years’ relevant experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid Puerto Rico driver’s license.
• Ability to lift 60 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including marine forklifts, Travelift, and hydraulic trailers.
• Move vessels to designated areas and assist with getting in/out of water.
• Inspect, maintain and repair equipment to ensure operational.
• Assist with ground maintenance and marina cleanliness.
• Work overtime when required.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager.

Skills

Heavy equipment

Marina operations

Vessel handling

Safety compliance

Overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Description

• Job Category Equipment Operator, Marina, assistant
• Employee Type Full Time
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

The Equipment Operator Assistant is responsible for the movement of all vessels located in the facility for haul & launch, designated work, storage or sales. This position is also required to inspect, repair, and maintain all assigned equipment. The Equipment Operator’s title may be specific to their trade and titled as such (Equipment Operator (Service), Equipment Operator (Storage), Equipment Operator (Marina) etc.)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including but not limited to marine forklifts, Travelift, and hydraulic trailers
• Be able to operate machinery efficiently, effectively and demonstrate safe handling of vessels
• Use equipment to move vessels in and out of water, to designated workspace, storage or sales areas
• Inspect, maintain and repair equipment to ensure operational
• Assist with ground maintenance and ensuring overall marina cleanliness
• Available to work overtime when required
• Other duties as assigned by Manager

Technical and Physical Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2-3 years’ relevant experience preferred
• Ability to ascend and descend a ladder
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Ability to lift 60 pounds
• Must possess a valid Puerto Rico driver’s license

Safety and Environmental Responsibilities

• Follow SHM Safety and Environmental rules and complete required related training.
• Wear proper personal protective equipment (may include safety glasses, gloves, life jackets and/or hard hats) as required for the task or work area.
• Report all accidents, injuries, spills and near misses immediately.

Minimum Soft Skills Qualifications

• Eagerness to engage in a growing, fast paced, and industry-leading company
• Consistently treats others with dignity and respect
• Genuinely serves others with humility and a positive attitude
• Frequently demonstrates a bias toward action
• Always communicates effectively and courteously with fellow teammates and members
• Continuously follows policies and procedures while seeking out new and better ways of accomplishing duties
• Shows resolve and overcomes difficulties in a positive and productive manner
• Gladly provides responsive, and high level of service to our teammates and members
• Eagerly puts forth the extra effort to accomplish duties
• Adapts quickly and efficiently to changing priorities to meet teammate or member needs

The Company

Safe Harbor Marinas provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applications for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Safe Harbor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. The policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Additional disclosures available at https://shmarinas.com/hr-disclosures/ .