Marina Maintenance Assistant

Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce; Charlevoix (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Charlevoix Area Marina is seeking a seasonal, part-time Maintenance Assistant to support docks, buildings and grounds by performing semi-skilled tasks. The role involves outdoor work in a waterfront setting, using power tools and manual labor while upholding safety and city standards.

Responsibilities include dock maintenance, painting, basic carpentry, grounds upkeep, and assisting boaters with service requests. Flexibility for weekends/holidays during peak boating season is required.

Qualifications

• Basic carpentry, plumbing, painting and general maintenance.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools safely.
• Experience with marina or waterfront facilities is a plus.
• Workplace safety practices around water and electrical systems.
• Ability to lift, bend, climb and work in confined or elevated areas.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair and maintain marina docks, pilings, cleats and floats.
• Perform routine building maintenance including painting and carpentry.
• Maintain marina grounds and general upkeep.
• Assist with seasonal installation/removal of dock equipment.
• Monitor conditions and report hazards or needed repairs.
• Operate power tools, pressure washers and small machinery.
• Perform custodial tasks in restrooms, offices and public areas.
• Assist boaters and respond to service requests; provide customer service.
• Keep accurate maintenance records and reports.
• Follow safety procedures and marina standards.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Painting

Safety procedures

Customer service

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Independent work

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Pressure washer

Small machinery

Job description

If you enjoy working with your hands and being by the water, then we have the perfect opportunity for you! Our one of a kind City Marina is looking to hire a seasonal part-time Maintenance Assistant.

The Maintenance Assistant supports the safe, efficient, and attractive operation of the City Marina by performing semi-skilled maintenance on docks, buildings, grounds and related infrastructure. The position ensures that marina facilities remain clean, functional and welcoming to for residents, visitors, and boaters. Objectives include maintaining high safety standards, preserving city assets and providing responsive service to marina staff and patrons.

Scope and Environment

Works under the supervision of the Harbor Master. Performs duties outdoors in a waterfront environment, often in varying weather conditions including heat, cold, wind and precipitation. Tasks may involve working on or near water, operating power tools and equipment and performing physical labor. Interacts with the public, contractors, and other city departments. May be required to work weekends, holidays or irregular hours during peak boating season.

Essential Job Functions

• Inspect, repair and maintain marina docks, pilings, cleats, gangways and floating structures.
• Perform routine building maintenance including painting, simple carpentry and minor plumbing.
• Maintain marina grounds: cleaning, trimming, debris removal and general upkeep.
• Assist with seasonal installation and removal of dock related equipment.
• Monitor facility conditions and report hazards, needed repairs or safety concerns.
• Operate maintenance equipment such as power tools, hand tools, pressure washers, small machinery and vehicles.
• Perform custodial tasks including cleaning restrooms, showers, offices and public areas.
• Support marina operations by assisting boaters, responding to service requests and providing general customer service.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections and repairs.
• Follow all safety procedures and ensure compliance with city policies, environmental regulations and marina standards.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• Basic carpentry, plumbing, painting and general building maintenance practices.
• Safe operation of hand tools, power tools and small equipment.
• Marina or waterfront facility operations (preferred but not required).
• Workplace safety practices, including working around water and electrical systems.
• Ability to perform physical labor including lifting, bending, climbing and working in confined or elevated areas.
• Skill in diagnosing and performing minor repairs on docks and building systems.
• Effective communication with coworkers, supervisors and the public.
• Time management and ability to prioritize tasks during busy operational periods.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Follow written and verbal instructions and complete tasks accurately.
• Identify safety hazards and take corrective action.
• Maintain professionalism and a customer-service mindset in a public-facing environment.
• Adapt to changing weather, workload and operational needs.
• Ability to project a courteous and positive public image of the City of Charlevoix.