Recreation Specialist Boat House FT – 6745

Coast Guard Exchange•Kodiak, AK

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a full-time Recreation Specialist at the MWR Boat House. The role involves assisting with the planning, development, organization, and execution of the MWR Boat House program for active-duty military, dependents, retirees, and authorized civilians. Responsibilities include assisting with boat maintenance, electronic equipment troubleshooting, and maintaining various MWR mechanical equipment. The role also involves managing boat rentals, camper and ATV trailer rentals, and resale operations. Additionally, the incumbent will conduct boating safety orientations, plan special events, and ensure the safety and cleanliness of the boating area. Seasonal duties include assisting with tsunami preparedness and operating heavy equipment like a 2 1/2-ton truck and forklift. The position also involves acting as a shift lead for staff. During the November-March period, the role shifts to assisting all MWR facility managers with maintenance, inventory updates, and manual labor tasks. Customer service is a key component, involving welcoming customers, addressing concerns, communicating product availability, and potentially completing financial transactions. Adherence to safety regulations and reporting of hazards are also critical aspects of the job. The position may also involve assisting with marketing efforts and performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

Experience in boating to include small boat handling and boat trailering operations.
At least 1 years’ experience in boat engine and systems maintenance and repair.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Knowledge of Microsoft office software such as excel, word, and outlook.
Valid Driver’s license.
Experience using basic hand tools (hammer, screwdriver) and power tools (saws, power drills, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in planning, developing, organizing, and carrying out recreation programs
One (1) year experience in planning, developing, organizing, and maintaining a recreational boating program or marina operations or closely related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Honda Marine Technician Certification
Any Marine Technician Certification

Responsibilities

Assists with planning, developing, organizing, and carrying out MWR Boat House program for active-duty military, dependents, retirees, and authorized civilians.
Assists Boat House Manager with rigging, maintenance and troubleshooting of outboard and kicker engines.
Assists in troubleshooting and maintaining all electronic equipment, 12v electrical, fuel and navigation systems, and other mechanical needs on 23’ Pacific morale boats.
Assists with the various functions of the Boat House program to include, but not limited to, private boating (wet/dry/ball moorage), boat rentals, camper and ATV trailer rentals, and resale operations.
Responsible for driving, trailering, washing, refueling, and basic maintenance on small boats, RV and ATV trailers, small engines (lawn mowers, weedwhackers, etc.) and other MWR mechanical equipment.
Conducts routine inspection of equipment and boating facilities, and informs manager of need to submit requests for maintenance, repair, removal, etc.
Conducts boating safety orientation courses and plans and conducts special events such as classes, fishing tournaments.
Assists with the safety and cleanliness of the entire boating area.
Plans and prepares for tsunami to ensure Marina assets are protected and secured.
Operates 2-1 /2-ton truck and forklift as required to relocate boats, trailers, equipment, etc.
Acts as shift lead for up to six NAF and Active-Duty Coast Guard staff assigned to the boating operations.
Assists all MWR facility managers with planning, developing, organizing, and carrying out the MWR mission for active-duty military, dependents, retirees, and authorized civilians (November-March).
Assists with the various responsibilities of the managers to include, but not limited to, maintenance on equipment and gear across all facilities, updating inventories, performing manual labor tasks involving the use of common hand tools and simple power equipment (November-March).
Welcomes customers and maintains product knowledge.
Reacts to all concerns of customers quickly with a sense of importance.
Communicates information regarding product availability.
Upholds predefined customer services standards.
May complete financial transactions using a POS register and credit card machines.
Responsible for assisting with the proper completion of financial, property, safety, personnel, marketing, training and other forms and reports as required by management.
Works with Marketing to publicize regular programs and special events.
Adheres to safety regulations and standards.
Uses required safety equipment and observes safe work procedures.
Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor.
Performs other duties as assigned.