Boating Outdoors- Boat Hauler

The Boat Hauler assists with boat deliveries, customer pick-ups, storage movements, and general marina operations. This position is responsible for the safe and efficient movement, launching, loading, hauling, and positioning of boats and watercraft throughout the marina, dealerships, storage areas, and service department. This position operates trucks, trailers, and other marina equipment as needed and ensures boats are handled carefully to prevent damage.

Company Overview

At Russell Marine our mission is to be the dealership of choice for recreational boaters. We will sell high-quality boats, boating supplies, accessories; and provide superior service to help create pleasant and memorable experiences for our customers.

Company Core Values

• We do what we say we are going to do
• We are responsible for the land and water
• We treat our customers, employees, and vendors with the utmost respect
• We are always active in the community in a positive way
• We are proud of our heritage, our company, and our land
• Our choices are guided with integrity

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Load and unload boats onto trailers and transport them between marina locations, storage facilities, service areas, boat shows and events, and customer destinations
• Verify boat identification, paperwork, work orders, and delivery instructions before moving or releasing watercraft
• Report any damage, mechanical concerns, or safety issues involving boats, trailers, vehicles, and other marina equipment
• Maintain accurate records of boat movement and deliveries
• Assist with customer boat deliveries and pick ups while providing professional customer service
• Communicate effectively with marina teams to coordinate boat movement
• Work with integrity and respect for fellow co-workers following company policy
• Complete required annual training
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Ability to safely operate a vehicle
• Previous marina, boating, automotive, transportation, or equipment handling experience a plus
• Ability to pass pre-employment background and drug screening
• Vessel and driver's license with acceptable driving record

Work environment and physical demands

The work environment and physical demands listed below are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

Work Environment:
The Boat Hauler works primarily outdoors in a marina and dealership environment and is exposed to varying weather conditions, water, noise, moving vehicles, boats, trailers, and equipment. The position may require early mornings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours during peak boating seasons. Strict adherence to safety procedures is required.

Physical demands:
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull equipment and materials. Ability to routinely lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift heavier items with assistance. Ability to work around water, docks, ramps, boats, trailers, and heavy equipment. Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb, kneel, and work in confined areas.

Company Benefits

• Access to medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• 401k options
• Generous paid time off (vacation/sick/personal)/ paid holidays
• Competitive wages
• Discounts on gear and boat usage perks
• Opportunities to grow within the company