Marine Equipment Operator: Safe Vessel Handling & Dock Moves

Fraser Yachts Group; Clearwater, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Fraser Yachts Group is seeking a Marine Equipment Operator to safely operate forklift and other marine equipment to move vessels for marina, sales, and service. You will monitor BoatCloud, assist in scheduled moves, and work with Dockmaster and Team Leads to ensure timely completion of tasks.

The role emphasizes safe operation of equipment, daily equipment checks, and active participation in the MarineMax Safety Program while assisting customers with docking, tying, boarding, and disembarking

Responsibilities

• Proper and safe operation of the forklift and or to ensure safe and timely moving, blocking and placement of all vessels for marina, sales and service.
• Monitor BoatCloud, if applicable, and assist in the timely moves of customer, marina, sales and service scheduled boat moves.
• Works with Dockmaster and Marina Team Leads, or appropriate Manager to ensure BoatCloud scheduled moves are completed.
• Ensure all drain plugs or water pickups are secure, when applicable
• Power-wash vessels when removed from salt/fresh water
• Proper and safe operation of vessels while maneuvering in/out of marina.
• Proper and safe use of slings/shackles ensuring safe movements
• Places keel blocks, boat stands and support blocks under vessel appropriate to the size of the boat, when applicable.
• Slides and positions hull support blocks and frames against boat bottom for vertical support, when applicable.
• Mounts propellers on shafts to prepare boats for launching, when applicable
• Monitoring gauges, dials and other indicators to make sure machinery/equipment is working properly.
• Checks equipment daily for proper fluid levels and general operation including hydraulic lines and hydraulic fittings, forks and straps condition, report any maintenance/repair issues to management
• Report any needed dock repairs to proper management, including electrical, water, lines and dock boards.
• Assist customers while docking, tying, boarding and disembarking from vessels providing professional customer service.
• Promote and fully participate in the MarineMax Safety Program; ensuring a safe workplace free of hazards for all team members.
• Gain a complete understanding of spill containment supplies and equipment and be knowledgeable in the use of these items

Job description

Fraser Yachts Group is seeking a Marine Equipment Operator to safely operate forklift and other marine equipment to move vessels for marina, sales, and service. You will monitor BoatCloud, assist in scheduled moves, and work with Dockmaster and Team Leads to ensure timely completion of tasks.

The role emphasizes safe operation of equipment, daily equipment checks, and active participation in the MarineMax Safety Program while assisting customers with docking, tying, boarding, and disembarking