Marina Equipment Operator

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Port 32 Marina seeks an Equipment Operator to move vessels, haul and launch operations, and maintain equipment for optimal marina performance. You will provide high-level customer service and support member experiences at our east coast facilities.

The role requires forklift experience and certification, a high school diploma, and physical ability to lift 50 pounds and work in all weather conditions. Training will cover safety and efficient vessel handling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-3 years’ relevant experience preferred.
• Heavy forklift experience and certification required.
• Ability to ascend and descend a ladder.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Must lift 50 pounds.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including marine forklifts, travel lifts, and hydraulic trailers.
• Move vessels to designated work space, storage, or sales areas.
• Inspect, maintain and repair equipment to ensure operational readiness.
• Perform yard work such as pressure washing, bottom painting, and general maintenance as required.
• Assist with ground maintenance and marina cleanliness.
• Be available to work overtime when required.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Headquartered in Charleston, SC, PORT 32 Marinas/Acme Marinas owns and operates high-profile marinas throughout the east coast. The company is dedicated to elevating the boating experience and has spent over a decade in some of the country’s most popular waterfront destinations taking marinas to a higher level. At PORT 32/Acme Marinas, we believe that a marina is more than a place to store your boat. It’s the launch point for your next great adventure, your most relaxing escape, or your newest sporting discovery. We are focused on excellence and positioned for high growth as a company. We seek intellectually honest, highly motivated, and dynamic individuals who bring diverse experiences and perspectives to their work.

About the Role

The Equipment Operator 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.) The Equipment Operator provides a high level of customer service and supports the members’ experience .

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Operate heavy equipment including but not limitedto:marine forklifts,travelifts, and hydraulic trailers
• Be able to operate machinery efficiently, effectively and demonstrate safe handlingofvessels
• Use equipment to move vessels in and out of water, to designatedwork space, storage or sales areas
• Inspect, maintain and repair equipment to ensureoperational
• Perform yard work such as pressure washing, bottom painting, block and stand vessels, and general maintenance asrequired
• Assist with ground maintenance and ensuring overall marinacleanliness
• Available to work overtime whenrequired

Technical and Physical Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2-3 years’ relevant experiencepreferred
• Heavy forklift experience and certificationrequired
• Ability to ascend and descend aladder
• Ability to work in all weatherconditions
• Ability to work in confinedspaces
• Ability to lift 50pounds
• Must be able to swim
• Mustpossessa valid drivers’license

Minimum Soft Skills Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Positive attitude and willingness tolearn
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service and an understanding of customers’needs
• History of operational and driving safety
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills while working both independently and within a teamcontext
• Organizational skills are amust
• Detail oriented and ability tomulti taskare essential skills
• Eager to engage in a growing, fast paced, and industry-leadingcompany

Port 32 Marina provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal,stateor local laws.