Lead Lot Associate

OneWater Marine; Huron (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

OneWater Marine in Ohio seeks a Lead Lot Associate to organize and maintain the dealership lot and mentor a team of lot associates, ensuring efficient operations across the store.

You will coordinate day-to-day lot activities, move boats and trailers safely, support preparation and delivery with sales and service teams, and lead training with a focus on safety.

This role requires a high school diploma, valid license, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment at our Ohio location.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; automotive/marine training preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Experience in dealership lot operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Keep the lot clean, organized, and well-maintained.
• Coordinate day-to-day dealership lot operations.
• Move boats, trailers, and other vehicles safely; ensure safe working conditions.
• Assist with customer deliveries and support boat show/events setup.
• Lead and train lot associates; enforce all safety protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Forklift operation

Vehicle operation

Safety protocols

Marine knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Certifications in automotive/marine training

Job description

Position Summary

The lead lot associate is responsible for the organization and maintenance of the dealership lot. As a leader, this individual will mentor a team of lot associates ensuring efficient operation of their respective OneWater Marine store.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Duties (Most Important to Least Important)

• Ensure the lot is clean, organized, and well-maintained at all times.


• Coordinate day-to-day operations of the dealership lot.


• Monitor and assist in the movement and positioning of boats, trailers, and other vehicles. Ensure all vehicles and boats are in safe working conditions.


• Works closely with the sales and service departments to ensure timely preparation and delivery of boats. Assist with customer deliveries as needed.


• Guide a team of lot associates. Provide team with continuous learning and training as needed to ensure all safety protocols are followed.


• Follow all safety procedures and protocols to ensure the lot is safe for all employees and customers.


• Ensure all operations on the lot are carried out in a safe and efficient manner. Ensure all equipment, such as forklifts, are being used safely.


• Analyze operations and find ways to increase efficiency, sales and profitability of the dealership. Help maintain inventory on the lot.


• Assist with customer questions. Build and maintain positive team member and customer relationships to strengthen customer loyalty and enhance dealer reputation.


• Support in the execution of successful boat shows, store and off-site sales/customer events, including boat movement and setup.


• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.


• Ability to operate vehicles and equipment such as forklifts and trucks.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.


• Knowledge of safety protocols.


• Basic understanding of marine products.

Qualifications / Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional certifications or training in automotive/marine-related fields preferred.


• Valid driver’s license, with a clean driving record.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Use the table / checklist below to indicate what is required of this position. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Using the rating scale below, indicate how often the following physical activities and environmental conditions are required/present in performing the Essential Job Responsibilities.

C=Constantly

F=Frequently

O=Occasionally

R=Rarely

(5-8 hrs. /shift)

(2-5 hrs. /sift)

(Up to 2 hrs. /shift)

(Not regular part of job)

Physical Activities

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods

F

Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers

F

Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another

O

Operating motor vehicle

F

Communicating with others to exchange information

C

Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned

O

Hearing

C

Talking

C

Seeing

C

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

C

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Use the table / checklist below to indicate the environmental conditions and physical demands of the position. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

How would you best describe the environmental demands for this position? (Check only one)

Environmental Conditions

No adverse environmental conditions expected

Poor ventilation

Hazardous conditions

Small and/or enclosed spaces

Noisy environments

Exposure to intense weather conditions

X

How would you best describe the physical demands for this position? (Check only one)

Physical Demands

Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing

Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds

Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds

Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more

This position operates exclusively in an indoor office environment with controlled temperatures. (Y/N)

OneWater Marine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.