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Norton Yachts

Marine Travel Lift Operator

Pay: $46,800/yr

Posted: 8 weeks ago

Location: Deltaville, VA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 4 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/16/2026

Job Description

Join our team at Norton Yachts , a family-owned marine industry leader in Deltaville, Virginia, since 1948. We are looking for a dedicated Travel Lift Operator & Bottom Painter to help us deliver the dream of the boating lifestyle to our community. About the Role This dual-role position is critical to our yard operations, ensuring vessels are handled with the highest level of care and precision.

Travel Lift Operator:

You will be responsible for the safe hauling, launching, and blocking of powerboats and sailboats.

Bottom Painter:

You will perform essential hull maintenance, including pressure washing, acid cleaning, sanding, and applying high-quality anti-fouling paint. Key Responsibilities Operate travel lifts and hydraulic lifts to move vessels up to 50+ feet. Properly block and secure boats for land storage or service work. Execute professional "bottom jobs," including marking waterlines, dewaxing, and applying epoxy primers and ablative paints. Conduct hull inspections and assessments to identify necessary off-season services. Collaborate with our Ops Manager to maintain a tight schedule and meet customer expectations.

What We're Looking For Experience:

Proven experience operating marine travel lifts and performing professional hull painting.

Detail-Oriented:

A "conscientious and detail-oriented" approach to every vessel, treating every boat as if it were your own.

Safety-First Mindset:

Strict adherence to safety protocols to protect yourself, your teammates, and our clients' investments.

Team Player:

Someone who values clear communication and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Why Norton Yachts?

Our Culture:

We are a family business with deep roots in the Deltaville community. We foster a culture of accountability, excellence, and mutual respect.

Professional Growth:

We value our employees' input and are committed to helping you grow professionally within the business.

The Lifestyle:

We are here for one reason: to help our customers maximize their free time by "Having Fun on the Water". How to Apply If you are a professional who takes pride in your work , we want to hear from you. Bonus Points if you have marine lift operator experience.

Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person