Seasonal Harbor Aide

City of Des Moines WashingtonDes Moines, WA
Onsite

About The Position

Enjoy working outdoors by the water while providing great customer service at the Des Moines Marina and Redondo facilities. This full-time, seasonal role is perfect for those who love physical, hands-on work and interacting with the public. If you're dependable, enjoy variety in your day, and want to spend your summer in a beautiful setting, we encourage you to apply! These are extra-hire, full-time positions from Mid May-September. The work schedule is 4-10 hour days either Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday - Saturday. The regular hours are 6:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Application Deadline Open until filled. First consideration will go to applicants that apply by May 8th. Pay $21.51-$25.87 per hour, DOE. To Apply Complete the online application at https://desmoineswa.applicantpro.com/jobs/and attach a resume. Nature of Work Performs customer service and basic maintenance and janitorial duties at the City of Des Moines Marina and the Redondo facility under the general supervision of the Harbormaster. Duties are predominantly accomplished outdoors.

Requirements

  • Ability to wait on public calmly and politely.
  • Ability to accurately handle money exchanges.
  • Ability to learn basic skills in carpentry, plumbing, mechanics, etc.
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
  • Ability to successfully complete the training program prescribed by the department.
  • Ability to lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
  • Knowledge of basic computer operations.
  • Ability to walk, kneel, stand, or crouch for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to perform work in all types of weather conditions.
  • Ability to climb ladders and work at heights.
  • Ability to swim.
  • Ability to hear and speak to exchange information.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age by the time of appointment.
  • Possession of and the ability to maintain throughout employment a valid Washington State Driver's License with a good driving record.
  • Successful completion of a pre-employment background and criminal history check.
  • Must be able to work assigned 4 (10) hour shift. There will not be approval for vacation time during work schedule.
  • Because of the known effects of tobacco use, the City of Des Moines does not hire applicants who use tobacco products.
  • Must commit to working through the Labor Day Weekend in September. Ideally, available to work until end of September.

Responsibilities

  • Pumps and sells fuel, oil, and supplies to boat owners.
  • Collects fees for overnight moorage and writes sales tickets.
  • Cleans and maintains restrooms and shower rooms by mopping the floors, scouring toilets and sinks, emptying trash and refilling paper supplies.
  • Directs any customer complaints to a supervisor on duty.
  • Regular and prompt attendance.
  • Collects litter from gardens, yards, and parking lots of Marina and Redondo.
  • Empties garbage cans around Marina facility, and various Redondo locations and Boardwalk.
  • Maintains garden areas by weeding, trimming trees, hedges and other plants.
  • Assists with maintenance duties such as painting facilities and fences, cleaning and conditioning equipment, and repairing buildings, roofs, and floats.
  • Works Marina events. Schedules subject to change on those days.
  • Establishes and maintains cooperative, effective working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the general public using principles of good customer service.
  • Reports for scheduled work with regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
  • Performs other duties as assigned, including but not limited to being assigned to work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, equalize peak work periods, or balance the workload.
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