Mooring Barge Operator

Barden's Boat Yard Inc.; Marion (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Vacation time

Sick time

Job summary

Barden's Boat Yard Inc. in Massachusetts seeks a full-time Mooring Barge Operator to maintain moorings, inspect gear, and perform seasonal tasks. Responsibilities include winterizing and spring commissioning of pennants, buoys, and related gear, plus painting and power-washing as needed.

Must operate and maintain a 30’ barge with twin outboards and a hydraulic knuckle boom. The role requires independent work ability, lifting 50 lbs+, and routine mooring inspections.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate and maintain a 30’ barge with twin outboards and a hydraulic knuckle boom.
• Ability to work independently and lift over 50 lbs.
• Experience maintaining mooring systems and performing seasonal tasks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain approximately 300 moorings, including seasonal adjustments and inspections.
• Power-wash pennants and buoys, paint and inspect for wear and tear.

Skills

Mooring operations

Barge operation

Heavy lifting

Independent work

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Vacation time
• Sick time

Mooring barge operator is a full‑time position of mooring maintenance. Responsibilities include the maintenance of approximately 300 moorings which will need wintersticks removed and pennants reinstalled in the spring and vice versa in the fall. Moorings also require inspections. Pennants and buoys will have to be power‑washed at the time of hauling and painted over the winter and inspected for wear and tear. Must be able to operate and maintain a 30’ barge with twin outboards to include a hydraulic knuckle boom. The applicant must be able to work independently. Must be able to lift over 50 lbs at times. Salary is based on experience. Benefits include health insurance (company pays 50%), 401(k), bonuses (mid‑season and end‑of‑year), life insurance, vacation time and sick time.