Marine Yard Laborer / Boatyard Assistant

Norton Yacht Sales Inc; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

5 weeks paid vacation

401K + Matching

Paid holidays + PTO

Job summary

Norton Yacht Sales Inc in Virginia, MN is seeking a reliable individual for a hands-on outdoor role in boatyard operations. Responsibilities include assisting with haul-outs, boat preparation, and general yard support. Ideal for someone eager to learn the marine trade while working year-round.

We offer competitive pay, health insurance, paid vacation, and training opportunities. Prior experience in a marina or boatyard is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors year-round.
• Reliable work ethic is essential.
• Previous marina/boatyard experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with haul-outs and launches using a 50-ton travel lift.
• Operate or learn to operate yard equipment.
• Prepare hulls by taping, sanding, and washing.

Skills

Ability to lift 50+ lbs

Comfortable around boats, heights, machinery, and water

Willingness to learn

Tools

Forklift

50-ton travel lift

Job description

A hands-on outdoor role supporting the full-service yard. Responsibilities include haul-outs, bottom painting, washing, boat handling, yard equipment use, and assisting technicians. Ideal for someone who wants to learn the marine trade in a respected Chesapeake Bay yard.

Key Responsibilities

Boatyard Operations

• Assist with haul-outs and launches using a 50-ton travel lift
• Operate or learn forklifts, hydraulic trailers, pressure washers, and yard equipment
• Set jackstands, keel blocks, and cribbing
• Move boats under supervision

Boat Preparation & Maintenance

• Tape, sand, wash, and prep hulls
• Wash and detail boats
• Install zincs/anodes
• Assist technicians with general tasks

General Yard Support

• Assist with waste disposal and materials handling
• Load/unload supplies
• Support foreman, service team, and lift operator
• Follow safety procedures

Qualifications

Required

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs
• Ability to work outdoors year-round
• Comfortable around boats, heights, machinery, and water
• Reliable work ethic
• Willingness to learn

Preferred

• Marina/boatyard experience
• Forklift or travel-lift experience
• Painting/sanding/construction background
• Familiarity with bottom paint

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay
• Two-week paid Christmas shutdown
• Paid holidays + PTO
• Year-round steady work
• Training in bottom paint, boat handling, lift operation, and safety

We offer health insurance, 5 weeks paid vacation, dental insurance, 401K + Matching, Flexible Schedule, Competitive Pay, Opportunities for growth, advancement and job training.