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Position: General Labour – Marina Student – Dock Hand
Salary: Grade 1, Non Union $18/81/hr - 2025 rate
Reports to: Supervisor – Recreation
Work Term: April to October
Purpose of Position:
Reporting to the Supervisor – Recreation, the Student Dock Hand is responsible for general operations of the municipal marina by assisting in the arrivals and departures of boats while maintaining a safe and clean environment and assisting customers in a courteous manner.
Qualifications:
Student at least 16 years of age as of April 2026
Previous experience working in a marina environment or with boats
Standard First Aid with CPR Level C required
VHF Radio Operator’s License an asset but not required
Boating license an asset but not required
Protective footwear required
Knowledge:
Well-developed communication skills in order to deal with the public
Strong customer service skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Mechanical aptitude to operate equipment including small tools
Marina operations
Ability to follow work orders and show initiative for completing tasks
Major Responsibilities:
Assist seasonal/transient boaters.
Ensure that all forms related to marina operations are completed and fees collected.
Responsible for correctly following pump out procedures and providing gas fill ups while servicing boats.
Ensure that all corporate and marina policies and regulations are followed as they apply to employees and patrons of the marina and marina facilities.
Maintain the cleanliness o the marina docks and facilities (including janitorial duties in the washrooms, showers, etc.).
Assist with maintenance of grounds (i.e. garbage collection, grass cutting, watering of plants, etc.).
Open and close marina office.
Maintain marina inventory and supplies.
Collect dock fees, transient fees and launch fees.
Other duties or tasks as assigned
Decision Making and Judgement:
Work is performed under the general direction of the Supervisor – Recreation with access to municipal policies, procedures, bylaws and regulations.
Physical Skill and Effort
Able to use equipment safely and act in a safe manner.
Able to handle cash transactions
Must be able to perform light physical duties associated with operating equipment and small tools.
Contacts
Interpersonal skills to liaise with the public and fellow staff members in a professional, friendly and co-operative manner.
Internal:
With Supervisor to ensure work responsibilities are met.
With other staff to ensure provision of timely information and services.
External
Answer questions from the public, provide information and provide customer service.
Working Conditions:
Environment
Works outdoors in a marina environment
Exposure to varying weather conditions
Control over Work Schedule
Shift work, Monday through Sunday
Hours of work range from 24-35 hours per week
Typical shifts include 6am to 2 pm and 1pm to 9pm (hours may vary depending on marina activity)
As an inclusive employer, the Municipality of Lakeshore is committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process. Please contact us at any time during the recruitment process and let us know what accessible supports you may need. The Municipality is also committed to ensuring that personal information will remain confidential under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
