Forklift Operator

MarineMax • Fort Myers, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Safely operates forklift to move vessels in and out of the water. Also moves land based vessels to designated work, storage or sales areas. This role is crucial for ensuring the safe and timely movement and placement of all vessels within the marina, sales, and service areas. The operator will also monitor BoatCloud for scheduled moves and assist in their timely completion, working closely with the Dockmaster and Marina Team Leads. Responsibilities include ensuring vessel security, power-washing vessels, and actively participating in the company's safety program. Additionally, the role involves understanding and using spill containment equipment, training new team members, assisting customers with docking and disembarking, and performing basic vessel preparation for launching. Monitoring equipment gauges and performing daily checks are also key aspects of this position, along with reporting any maintenance or repair needs for both equipment and dock facilities. Participation in boat shows and other promotional events is expected, along with other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Knowledge of machinery and tools, including their designs, uses, benefits, repair and maintenance.
• Safe operation of all equipment.
• Ability to work well with others.
• customer satisfaction and enthusiasm/FANS

Responsibilities

• Proper and safe operation of the forklift to ensure safe and timely moving, blocking and placement of all vessels for marina, sales and service.
• Monitor BoatCloud, if applicable, and assist in the timely moves of customer, marina, sales and service scheduled boat moves.
• Works with Dockmaster and Marina Team Leads, or appropriate Manager to ensure BoatCloud scheduled moves are completed.
• Ensure all drain plugs or water pickups are secure, when applicable.
• Power-wash vessels when removed from salt/fresh water.
• Promote and fully participate in the MarineMax Safety Program; ensuring a safe workplace free of hazards for all team members.
• Gain a complete understanding of spill containment supplies and equipment and be knowledgeable in the use of these items.
• Participate in the training of new dock team members.
• Proper and safe operation of vessels while maneuvering in/out of marina.
• Assist customers while docking, tying, boarding and disembarking from vessels providing professional customer service.
• Places keel blocks, boat stands and support blocks under vessel appropriate to the size of the boat, when applicable.
• Slides and positions hull support blocks and frames against boat bottom for vertical support, when applicable.
• Mounts propellers on shafts to prepare boats for launching, when applicable.
• Monitoring gauges, dials and other indicators to make sure machinery/equipment is working properly.
• Checks equipment daily for proper fluid levels and general operation including hydraulic lines and hydraulic fittings, forks and straps condition, report any maintenance/repair issues to management.
• Report any needed dock repairs to proper management, including electrical, water, lines and dock boards.
• Assist with boat shows and other on/off-site promotions.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed