Recreation Assistant (Dock Attendant)
About The Position
This position supports the Sailing program at Naval Station Norfolk’s Marina in Norfolk, Virginia. The Recreation Assistant (Dock Attendant) rigs, fuels, cleans, operates, and secures ferry and safety boats; assists patrons with boat launching, mooring, pump-out services, and fueling; and performs minor boat maintenance. The role also includes towing disabled boats, inspecting the marina for cleanliness and hazards, and maintaining clean, sanitary work areas, docks, restrooms, bath houses, and laundry houses. The employee reports supply needs and equipment malfunctions to a supervisor and performs other related duties as assigned. Applicants must pass applicable records and background checks, E-Verify, and a standard swim test, and hold current CPR and First Aid certifications. They must possess or complete NASBLA-approved Safe Power Boating certification within two weeks of hire. The position has no positive education requirement. Salary depends on experience and/or education. Federal employment is subject to drug-free workplace requirements and satisfactory reference and background checks.
Requirements
- Pass all applicable records and background checks and successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
- Pass a standard swim test.
- Possess valid, current CPR and First Aid certifications.
- Possess or complete NASBLA-approved Safe Power Boating certification within two weeks of hire, and apply the skills to small powerboat operation, boat maintenance, and water and boating safety.
- Communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing, to understand instructions.
- Demonstrate maturity, positive customer service skills, tact, and good judgment.
- Have basic skill in the use of hand tools.
- Maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate a high level of ethical conduct.
Responsibilities
- Rig, fuel, and clean ferry and safety boats each morning, and secure them at the end of the day.
- Operate safety boats during training sessions, regattas, and other on-the-water activities.
- Assist patrons with launching, mooring, pump-out station use, and boat fueling.
- Perform minor maintenance, including changing batteries, scraping and cleaning boat bottoms, and painting or varnishing boats.
- Tow disabled boats to assigned slips or docks.
- Inspect the marina daily and ensure it is clean and free from debris and hazards.
- Perform basic cleaning duties and maintain sanitation requirements in the work area.
- Sweep and dry-mop floors and docks; wash walls, windows, blinds, and other surfaces; and replace light bulbs as needed.
- Keep restrooms, bath houses, and laundry houses clean, orderly, and sanitary; disinfect and deodorize lavatories, urinals, and toilet bowls.
- Replenish bathroom tissue, hand towels, and soap.
- Notify the supervisor when cleaning supplies are needed and report equipment malfunctions.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits eligibility depends on position type.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
