Dock Attendant

About the role

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of duties in support of the Sailing program, located at Naval Station Norfolk's Marina in Norfolk, VA.

Responsibilities

• Help Rigs ferry and safety boats, ensuring they are properly fueled and clean each morning and secured at end of day.
• Operates safety boats during training sessions, regattas or other on-the-water activities.
• Assists patrons with launching, 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, and painting, varnishing boats.
• Tows disabled boats to assigned slips or dock.
• Inspects Marina daily to ensure area is clean 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: wash walls, windows, 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.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must pass all applicable records and background check.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Must be able to pass a standard Swim Test.
• Must possess valid, current CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Must possess or complete the NASBLA Approved Safe Power Boating certification and effectively apply new skill sets to small powerboat operation, boat maintenance, water and boating safety within 2 weeks of hire.

Qualifications

A qualified candidate must possess: Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and written to understand instructions given. Must be a mature individual with positive customer service skills, tack and good judgment. Basic skill in the use of hand tools.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.