Forklift Operator
MarineMax
About The Position
OVERVIEW: Safely operates forklift to move vessels in and out of the water. Also moves land based vessels to designated work, storage or sales areas.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
