Maritime Forklift Operator — Waterfront Yacht Yard

The Hinckley Company; Town of Southold (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Waterfront location

Job summary

Hinckley Yachts in New York seeks a hands-on Marina Operator to support daily boat handling, maintenance, and safety. You will operate equipment, assist loading and unloading boats, and help customers while upholding our standard of craftsmanship.

This role requires strong marina knowledge, mechanical aptitude, flexible hours, and excellent communication. We offer a waterfront workplace, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that values precision and initiative.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of marina operations.
• Able to perform maintenance to keep marina equipment operable.
• Ability to operate a travel lift is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Excellent communication and high level of service.
• Flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate marine negative forklift and load/unload boats from transport trailers. Set boats in three rack levels.
• Launch and haul customer boats; move boats to/from launch area and secure at docks.
• Perform daily inspection of marina equipment and fuel boats/equipment as needed.
• Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations; perform all duties as assigned.

Skills

Marina operations

Mechanical aptitude

Travel lift

Communication skills

Professional appearance

Flexible hours

Tools

Travel lift operation

Job description

Hinckley Yachts in New York seeks a hands-on Marina Operator to support daily boat handling, maintenance, and safety. You will operate equipment, assist loading and unloading boats, and help customers while upholding our standard of craftsmanship.

This role requires strong marina knowledge, mechanical aptitude, flexible hours, and excellent communication. We offer a waterfront workplace, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that values precision and initiative.