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Quarterdeck · 5 months ago

Dockhand

Coastal Marinas is a company that provides marina services, and they are seeking a Dock Hand to assist with various marina responsibilities. The role involves ensuring the safe mooring of vessels, maintaining cleanliness, and providing customer service at the marina.

Responsibilities

A daily inspection of the marina to ensure the security of the boats, slips, docks, electrical and water outlets
Determine each shift that no unauthorized boats have docked or have tied up without permission
Welcome new slip holders and/or transient boaters in a manner which expresses a kind, courteous and professional character
Must be able to travel to other company properties in the Charleston area, if/as needed
Ability to work in a team environment
Maintain clean restrooms, docks, walkways, grounds, and other areas designated by the Harbormaster
Perform daily trash removal and dispose of as directed. Daily pick up of litter on grounds and in water
Maintain the daily operation of the sewage pumping system
Line handling skills including ability to tie bowline, half hitch, toss and cleat lines
Communicate with boaters via VHF radio in a professional maritime manner
Adapting to changing priorities to meet customer or teammate needs
Vessel inspections consisting of vessel stability, frayed lines, electrical cords, or other concerns
The ability to coordinate marina functions with minimum supervision, and in the absence of the director
The ability to operate all fuel dispensers in compliance with safety codes as provided by the U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Natural Resources, and the City of Charleston
The ability to operate credit card processor
The ability to perform marina duties including but not limited to washing marina/ member boats, maintaining clean docks, assisting Boat Club Manager with daily Boat Club operations
Knowledge of all piers, location of slips and electrical power availability and amperage
Report any 'sheen' in the water to Harbormaster
Pressure washing and general cleaning of company boats
Assist with pump out procedures
Ability to work weekends & holidays

Qualification

Boat handling knowledgeCustomer serviceFuel dock dutiesTidesEmergency spill proceduresSwimmingBasic maintenance skillsTeamworkAdaptability

Required

Must have a valid South Carolina Driver's License
One to Two (1-2) years' experience in fuel dock duties desired
Must be able to swim
Basic boat handling knowledge
Ability to adapt in a fast-paced work environment
Provide customer service/disseminate information
A knowledge of tides and currents
Knowledge of emergency spill procedures
Ability to determine electrical requirements for all slips
A knowledge and skill in working with basic maintenance of docks as used in repairs
Ability to work weekends & holidays

Preferred

Prior marina experience preferred
Prior customer service experience preferred
Boat handling experience preferred

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Quarterdeck

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Quarterdeck is redefining waterfront living in South Carolina by offering a comprehensive range of premium boating, hospitality, and lifestyle experiences.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
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