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USAJOBS · 2 months ago

Recreation Assistant (Dock Master)

Norfolk, Virginia, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$18/hr - $19.50/hr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Recreation Assistant (Dock Master) to support the Sailing/Marina program at Naval Station Norfolk. The role involves performing various duties such as rigging safety boats, assisting patrons with boating needs, and maintaining the marina area to ensure safety and cleanliness.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Rigs ferry and safety boats, ensuring they are properly fueled and clean each morning and secured at end of day

Ferry's patrons and equipment to and from moored fishing boats and operates safety boats during training sessions, regattas or other on-the-water activities

Assists patrons with pulling boats to and from their storage rack and carrying hulls to the floating dock, launching, dock approach, mooring, pump out station and fueling of boats

Performs minor maintenance, which may include, but is not limited to changing batteries, scraping and cleaning boat bottoms, painting, varnishing boats, repairing piers and decking and replacing floats as necessary

Tows disabled boats to assigned slips or dock

Circulates among patrons to assist with basic boating needs and maintain order

Monitors dock, checking for improperly tied boats, retying as needed to prevent loss or damage to boat or dock, insurance, registration and adherence to marina policies

Warns patrons of disorderly behavior or unsafe techniques or practices being utilized

Attempts to resolve problems in a tactful, diplomatic manner

May be required to tactfully remove disrupting patrons from the facility

Inspects Marina daily to ensure area is clan and free from debris and other hazards

Performs basic cleaning duties to maintain a constant and clean working area and ensure all current sanitation requirements are followed and maintained

Sweeps, dry mops floors/docks; washes walls, windows, and blinds and other surfaces and replaces light bulbs as needed

Maintains restrooms, bath and laundry houses ensuring they are clean, orderly and sanitary at all times, disinfects and deodorizes lavatories, urinals and toilet bowls

Replenishes bathroom tissue, hand towels, and soap

Notifies supervisor when cleaning supplies are needed and reports all equipment malfunctions to supervisor for corrective action

May serve as duty manager in the absence of management to ensure the facility is function in a smooth, safe and efficient manner

This includes servicing as point of contact to assigned subordinate staff, assuring task are in process/complete, providing necessary supplies and resolving minor problems and complaints of the employees

Performs other related duties related to this position as assigned

Qualification

Boating terminologyWater safetyBoat operationMinor maintenanceCustomer serviceTactJudgmentLeadership abilitiesCommunication skills

Required

Must pass all applicable records and background check

Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment

Must possess CPR and First Aid Certification, or obtain within 30 days of hire

Irregular tour, which may include seasonal work lasting 4 months, weekends and holidays

Must be able to pass a swim test

Must possess knowledge of boating terminology, operation, maintenance, water and boating safety, and handling of boats (launching, mooring, etc.) with a minimum of one year related work experience in a marina environment

Ability to handle small powerboats in light to moderate conditions

Skill in the use of basic hand tools to perform minor maintenance and repair

Must be a mature individual with documented leadership abilities, who can exercise control over groups of people to ensure good order and discipline as necessary

Must possess fluent command of the English language and be able to communicate clearly and effectively

Must be skilled in customer service techniques, tact and good judgment