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Job Description
With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career! ELS is hiring for the position of Dockhand in Cortez, Florida. What you'll be doing: As a Dock Hand, you will carry out the cleaning duties that ensure the Marina meets the established quality standards for all related operations. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, around boats, and providing great service to marina guests while maintaining the highest possible safety standards.
Your job will include:
Greet and assist boaters with arrivals, departures, docking, and dock carts
Assist with fueling, pump-outs, freshwater service, and accurately report fuel and ice sales.
Help with vessel operations including acting as spotter for all boat moves, catching boats, tying off, haul-out/trailer onload-offload support, engine flushes, bottom washes, assist with boat inspections, placing rack numbers on boats, rinsing boat decks prior to client arrival, and battery checks
Maintain cleanliness of marina facilities including docks, restrooms, walkways, fish station, grounds, parking areas, and equipment
Perform daily trash removal and general property upkeep
Conduct safety inspections (ladders, life rings, docks) and report hazards or maintenance issues
Assist with special events, marina projects, and emergency response as needed
Enforce marina rules and regulations to ensure safety of guests and vessels
Comply with company policies and legal guidelines
Perform additional duties as assigned by management
Complete required training and follow established marina procedures Experience & skills you need:
High school diploma, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Able to work both independently and as part of a team to achieve goals and targets
Reliable with good time management skills and the ability to organize and prioritize work
Strong communicator who can collaborate effectively with teammates
Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
Able to lift, bend, and perform physical work
Reliable, punctual, and safety‑minded
Ensure a safe, efficient and injury-free working environment
Customer‑service oriented with a professional attitude
Adaptable to working in a fast-paced environment
Marina or boating experience preferred, but not required (training provided) In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, and vision plans, a generous 401(k) employer match, and paid vacations, holidays, and sick time.
We invite you to visit our web site at www.equitylifestyleproperties.com for additional information regarding our exceptional resort communities. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and thank all applicants. Equity LifeStyle Properties (
NYSE:
ELS) is the leading operator of Manufactured Home Communities, RV Resorts and Campgrounds in North America. Our appealing properties, located in the most desirable regions of the country, offer a variety of homes and camping options to meet a wide range of customers' needs. ELS has a strong national presence with more than 400 communities and resorts in 32 states and British Columbia and a team of more than 4000 employees.