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Job Posted: October 10, 2022

Yard Crew

Jeff’s Marine, Inc. – Full-Time – 40 Hours/Week – Designated Weekends for Summer Season & Boat Shows

Reports to the Service Manager & General Manager

Overview

The yard crew are the first point of contact at Jeff’s Marine. They assist customers when they come into the yard and working with them on service calls. They assist in completing spring commissioning and winterization of boats. The crew works with other staff members to complete larger ongoing tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities & Duties

Duties include: boat transportation, including launching & haul out on trailers; boat detailing & cleaning; buffing & waxing boats; bottom painting boats; pressure washing boats; maintenance of yard, garage bays, storage buildings and equipment; and some light fabrication work.

Desired Skills

Desired skills include: ability to demonstrate professional behavior, showing respect for customers & coworkers; ability to communicate clearly and in a timely manner; ability to work as a team player and assist others on short notice; ability to work in a fast-paced environment; ability to work independently and identify areas of improvement; and ability to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

Qualifications include: ability to lift 50+ lbs. and experience in backing up equipment, including trailers of all sizes.

Desired Skills & Certifications

Desired skills and certifications include: forklift operation certification; experience working in boatyards; and boat operation experience and basic water safety knowledge.

To apply, please visit jeffsmarine.com/join-our-crew to fill out an application, or email us at [email protected].

Job Posted: September 16, 2022

MARINE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR & YARD LABORER
LOCATION: SOUTHPORT
Responsible for all aspects of marine equipment operation and general boat yard labor including, launching and hauling of power and sail boats and safe and proper use of all equipment.
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RESPONSIBILITIES/ACTIVITIES:
Launching and hauling power and sail boats up to 70’ and/or 50 tons.
Launching and hauling power and sail boats up to 15 tons using hydraulic lift.
· Crane operation for stepping/unstopping masts.
· Fork truck operation.
· Towing and moving vessels over land using hydraulic trailer.
· Performing the basic maintenance/service requirements of yard machinery.
· Supporting the service department during spring commissioning and fall decommissioning.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
· Prior experience working with heavy equipment.
· Basic understanding of boats, boat terms and their components.
· Must be able to follow directions and work well within large groups of people.
· Must be able to meet the requirements of the schedule, i.e. being at work as scheduled and on time.
· Ability to wear a respirator as required.
· Must wear personal protection equipment.

EQUIPMENT USED:
· 50 ton travel lift
· 15 ton negative lift bull
· 10 ton crane
· Fork trucks
· Grinders/sanders/polishers
· Chainsaw
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WORKING CONDITIONS:
· Occasional extreme indoor and outdoor temperatures.
· Occasional exposure to extreme heights.
· Rare exposure to adverse ventilation conditions where use of a respirator will be required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS:

·Flexibility to work in the standing, squatting, or kneeling position, as well as reaching overhead with occasional twisting and bending while performing any of the above tasks.
· Stair and ladder climbing is required.
· Ability to work in small spaces.
· Minimal lifting required above 50 lbs.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:
· Work week is Monday-Thursday from 6:00am- 4:30pm. From time to time, it may be necessary to work additional shifts or on weekends.
· Must work as part of a team.
· Must be punctual.
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If you are interested in joining our team, please email [email protected]