Temporary Boatyard and Maintenance Assistant

Governmentjobs.com; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a Temporary Boatyard and Maintenance Assistant to support daily operations at Swantown Boatworks. Responsibilities include operating boatyard equipment, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with vessel activities in a vibrant community setting.

Qualifications

• Must pass a background check and drug screening.
• 18 years or older preferred; must hold a valid Washington State driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with vessel haulouts, blocking, and pressure washing.
• Maintain cleanliness of the boatyard and comply with environmental policies.
• Operate equipment including forklifts and pressure washers.

Skills

Customer service

Mechanical aptitude

Punctuality

Job description

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Temporary Boatyard and Maintenance Assistant

Port of Olympia

$3,306.00 - $4,176.00 Monthly

Location

Olympia, WA

Full Time

Job Number

BTYRDMAINTASST25

Swantown Boatworks

Opening Date

06/20/2025

Closing Date

7/13/2025 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana

Job Description

Job Description

Position Open Until Filled
The Community
Headquartered in Olympia, Washington, the Port of Olympia serves all of Thurston County community as an economic engine, a strong community partner, and a responsible environmental steward. Olympia is home to a wide variety of industries, including state government, health care, retail, military, education, construction, farming, fishing, and logging, and has an active arts community.

The region has a wide array of public parks and nature conservation areas. Majestic Mount Rainier and the rugged Cascade Mountains are nearby to the east, while the Pacific Coast is just an hour's drive to the west. Located on Budd Inlet, the southernmost point of Puget Sound, the area offers significant opportunities for a diversity of water enthusiasts.

The Organization
Established in 1922, the Port serves the community by promoting trade, supporting family-wage jobs, and improving the environment. Today, more than 5,000 jobs and nearly $715.5 million in economic activity in Thurston County depend on the Port of Olympia. The Port of Olympia is governed by an elected Commission, which sets policies and strategic direction for the organization. The Commission appoints the Port’s Executive Director, who is responsible for the ongoing management of the Port’s staff, operations, budget, enterprises, and facilities. The Port of Olympia operates with 51 FTEs across multiple departments and four business units which include:

Marine Terminal

Airport

Swantown Marina and Boatworks

Real Estate

Learn more about who we are at: portolympia.com

The Position
The Boatyard and Maintenance and Grounds Assistant will help in the day-to-day operations at Swantown Boatworks and Marina grounds. They are expected to assist with the Boatyard equipment, including the forklifts, vehicles, pressure washer, shop, and hand tools. The Assistant will also maintain Boatyard cleanliness and enforce environmental policy compliance by customers, employees, and contractors. Performs vessel haulout, launching, and pressure washing activities. Will assist and perform boatyard cleanup and maintenance activities, and perform other boatyard business activities, which include assisting customers and general office duties. When directed, they will report to maintenance for various routine and project maintenance tasks coordinated by the maintenance lead.

Examples of Duties

The duties include, but are not limited to, the following and may be dependent upon experience level:

• Entry-level operator of boatyard equipment.
• Represent the Port when communicating with customers, vendors, tenants, concessionaires, governmental/tribal agencies, and members of the general public.
• Assists and performs vessel haulouts, blocking, storage, mast and engine removals, and pressure washing activities.
• Assists with maintaining the Electro-coagulation Wastewater Treatment facility to ensure proper treatment.
• Operate Port equipment to include forklift, pressure washer, environmental compliance equipment, and shop and hand tools.
• Maintain and repair buildings, shop, yard, docks, and Port equipment.
• Perform daily cleaning activities at the boatyard, docks, offices, and other public areas as necessary.
• Assist with scheduling customer haulouts, launches, and other marine service activities in the boatyard.
• Provide assistance to customers in the docking and securing of vessels.
• Identify, collect, store, and record hazardous waste materials collected by the Port.
• Ensures customers and Marine Trade vendors keep in compliance with state safety and environmental laws and Port rules and regulations.
• Assist with the collection and daily processing of Boatworks revenues.
• Perform various assigned maintenance duties at Port Properties and Facilities.
• Performs janitorial duties; assignments may include, but are not limited to, graffiti removal, power washing, garbage disposal, and maintaining the cleanliness of warehouse/shop spaces.
• Perform general groundskeeping and landscaping maintenance, including mowing, trimming, weeding, irrigation repair, shoveling, and raking. Depending on experience, equipment operation and upkeep may include riding lawnmowers and/or tractors.
• Work variable hours, weekends, and holidays as required by the demands of the job.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification (Experience / Education)

• Must pass a background check and drug screening.
• 18 years of age or older preferred – applicants under 18 must meet additional requirements.
• Must possess a valid Washington State driver's license and a driving record acceptable to the Port of Olympia insurance carrier.

Required Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Be a self-starter – this quality is more important than overall experience and skill level. The necessary training will be provided to anyone who regularly maintains a motivated and positive attitude.
• Must be punctual, flexible, reliable, and responsible.
• Must demonstrate basic mechanical aptitude.
• Must possess a strong sense of customer service.
• Must understand and embrace the importance of workplace safety, adhering to all Port policies with a keen ability to take instructions and deliver results.
• Must be able to work effectively and flexibly as an integral member of the team.
• Must be able to satisfactorily perform essential maintenance and groundskeeping projects.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in operating the necessary equipment: electric, gas, diesel, and various hand/power tools.
• Must be able to accept work assignments in all types of weather, with medium to heavy work requiring prolonged or repeated standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and lifting 30 to 50 lbs.
• Must maintain the level of physical and mental fitness necessary to perform the position's essential functions

Supplemental Information

The Port of Olympia is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and equal access in a non-discriminatory manner to its programs and services for all persons without regard to race, creed, color, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, political affiliation, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any real or perceived sensory, mental, or physical disability.
Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or for an alternative format may contact the Human Resources Manager, Tracy Aga at [phone] or [e-mail] . Persons of disability or those who are deaf or hard of hearing can call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833- 6388. The Port of Olympia complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the Federal Form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States, consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a pre-employment background check, drug screening, in compliance with the Port's Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace policy.

Address 606 Columbia Street NW
Suite 300
Olympia, Washington, 98501