Marina Sales Associate

The Marina at Highland Lake; Winsted (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Marina at Highland Lake in Connecticut is seeking a friendly Marina Sales Associate to support marina operations, marine sales and customer service. You will help sell boats, dock systems and boat lifts while assisting with day-to-day rental and service tasks. This year-round role requires working one weekend day and during summer holidays, with flexible 24–40 hours per week. On-the-job training is available for the right candidate and you will build lasting relationships with customers.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication abilities.
• Sales experience preferred in a retail or marine setting.
• Interest in boating and the marine industry.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and customer relationship management (CRM) software.
• Organized, self-motivated and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to trailer and maneuver boats.
• Boat license or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Sell new and pre-owned boats.
• ShoreMaster dock and lift sales, design, ordering, and installation.
• Follow up on sales leads and customer inquiries.
• Coordinate customer demonstrations and test drives.
• Prepare sales quotes, financing and registration paperwork.
• Maintain the showroom and displays.
• Organize off-site boat shows and promotional events.
• Keep inventory, pricing, and website listings current.
• Build relationships with existing and prospective customers.

Skills

Customer service

Sales experience

Boating industry interest

Computer skills

Organized

Trailer boats

Boat license

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM

Job description

Marina Sales Associate

The Marina Sales Associate is a dynamic, multi‑faceted role responsible for supporting marina operations, marine sales and customer service. This position plays a key role in the sales of boats, dock systems, and boat lifts while also assisting with day‑to‑day marina, rental, and service operations. On‑the‑job training is available for the right candidate.

This is a year‑round position. This job requires working one weekend day and holidays during the summer. Hours are flexible 24‑40 hours/week.

Responsibilities

• Sell new and pre‑owned boats
• ShoreMaster dock and lift sales, design, ordering, and installation
• Follow up on sales leads and customer inquiries
• Coordinate customer demonstrations and test drives
• Prepare sales quotes, financing and registration paperwork
• Maintain the indoor and outdoor showroom and displays
• Organize off‑site boat shows and promotional events
• Keep inventory, pricing, and website listings current
• Build relationships with existing and prospective customers

Secondary Responsibilities

• Pick up, launch, haul and deliver boats
• Support boat rentals including fueling, inspections, customer orientation
• Support service and parts department

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills
• Sales experience preferred
• Interest in boating and the marine industry
• Computer skills (Microsoft Office, CRM, etc.)
• Organized and self‑motivated
• Ability to trailer and maneuver boats
• Boat license (or willingness to obtain)