Service & Yard Assistant at Eclipse Marine Seneca | Seasonal | Ideal for College Students

Brunswick Corporation; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 17,908 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Brunswick Corporation in Seneca, South Carolina is looking for a reliable Part-Time Service & Yard Assistant to join our Service Department. The role involves safely maneuvering and transporting boats, maintaining a clean service area, and assisting technicians to enhance operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities include coordinating boat movements, conducting equipment inspections, and ensuring safety protocols are adhered to. The position offers a dynamic work environment with occasional travel and requires strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Comfortable towing and hauling vessels up to 30 ft.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Transport boats safely throughout the lot using tractors and trucks.
• Maintain service area cleanliness and organization.
• Assist technicians by retrieving tools and organizing workspaces.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliable attendance and punctuality

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Forklift operation

Job description

Eclipse Marine Seneca is seeking a reliable and safety‑conscious individual to join our Service Department as a Part‑Time Service & Yard Assistant (Lot Crew). This dynamic role involves a mix of hands‑on responsibilities, including maneuvering and transporting boats safely, keeping the service area organized and clean, and providing support to our technicians to streamline our operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the service team to prioritize boat movements for service repairs.
• Safely transport boats throughout the lot using tractors, trucks, or other equipment.
• Perform in‑water boat movements, including launches, retrievals, and assisting with lake tests.
• Transport boats to and from customer locations and trailer them as needed.
• Perform boat cleaning, washing, and detailing.
• Inspect service docks and lot throughout the day to ensure boats are properly tied, parked securely, and have covers installed.
• Report newly dropped‑off boats to the Service Admin, ensuring each boat is tagged with the repair order (RO) and customer name.
• Maintain clean and organized lot and service areas, free of trash, dirt, leaves, and debris.
• Provide support to technicians by retrieving tools, organizing workspaces, and assisting with basic tasks.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections, schedule routine maintenance, and report any malfunctions, safety hazards, or operational issues to management.
• Monitor and uphold safety protocols to protect personnel, customers, and property.
• Deliver exceptional customer service by assisting visitors, providing guidance, and addressing concerns.
• Collaborate with sales and operations departments to achieve broad objectives across the facility.
• Assist with occasional on‑site and off‑site promotional events and boat shows, including set‑up and breakdown.
• Perform any additional duties assigned for success.

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel within a 50‑mile radius using a company vehicle to retrieve and deliver customer boats.
• Infrequent travel within Georgia and South Carolina for promotional events or off‑site meetings.

Working Conditions

• Labor performed outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Constant operation of tractors, vehicles, and other motorized equipment.
• Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds and other physically demanding tasks.
• Operations near water and on docks with uneven terrain.

Salary

The anticipated pay range for this position is $13.00 – $18.00 per hour, based on experience, skills, business needs, and location.

Required Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Comfortable towing and hauling vessels up to 30 ft.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Dependable and commitment to maintaining safety standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean motor‑vehicle record that meets company standards, plus a clear background check and drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with on‑road towing.
• Proficiency in boat trailering and hauling.
• Familiarity with operating heavy equipment such as tractors.
• Basic understanding of boats and boating safety practices.
• Fundamental mechanical skills and ability to use simple hand tools.
• Forklift certification or experience operating forklifts.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail] for support.