Summer Student, Lead Marina Attendant

Position Title:

Summer Student, Lead Marina Attendant
Bargaining Unit:
Non-Union
Language Requirement:
English Essential
Vacancy Status:
Summer student (temporary vacancy)

Cornwall is a vibrant community with a population of 47,000, nestled along the scenic St. Lawrence River in Eastern Ontario. The city boasts a variety of urban amenities, making it an ideal place for summer students to kickstart their careers. With a thriving economy, growing population, and excellent quality of life, there's never been a better time to begin your professional journey with the City of Cornwall!

Cornwall is a diverse and forward-thinking community where residents and newcomers feel safe, welcomed, and enjoy a high quality of life. The city supports this with access to financially responsible and sustainable municipal services and infrastructure. Whether you're looking to gain valuable work experience, build your network, or simply enjoy the beautiful surroundings, Cornwall offers a fantastic environment for summer students to grow and succeed.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Recreation and Programming, the Summer Student, Lead Marina Attendant position is responsible for:

• Oversee & monitor staff, keep administrative building, other Marina facilities and ground areas cleaned and maintained in accordance with the posted task checklist(s)
• Assist in the daily supervision of Marina Attendants, assignments, and scheduling in the absence of the Coordinator, Marina and Events
• Complete boat slip agreements, assign slips, maintain internal overhead docking board and keep accurate records of all boats in the marina at any given time
• Keep the marina basin clean of deadheads and other obstacles, keep docking area clean and adjust chains as required
• Paint and mount name tags and slip numbers, as required
• Monitor the boats moored in the marina to ensure their security – well tied and free from vandalism
• Accountable for selling supplies, collecting fees, handling cash, and maintaining daily deposit slips and balance receipts. Complete any other necessary administrative forms as required
• Pump gas and perform sewage pump-outs, and take fuel tank pump readings daily
• Answer the telephone promptly and politely, and provide information as the need arises
• Oversee & assist other City employees in daily maintenance and operations, as required
• Assist in security of overall facilities
• Must embody a strong customer service focus and public relations image toward the general public; to welcome boaters and be capable of providing information regarding points of interest and summer activities within the City of Cornwall and surrounding areas
• Act as a Tourism Ambassador, welcoming visitors and the general public in a friendly and courteous manner and providing tourist information when requested.
• Perform any other related duties, as required

Required Qualifications:

• Full-time day student at a recognized secondary or post-secondary institution and be returning to full time attendance the fall of 2026.
• Experience operating a cash register, handling cash, deposit slips and bank deposits.
• Must display effective interpersonal, communication and customer service skills.
• Current Standard First Aid with CPR / AED level
  
  C. (must be from training agencies approved by the Ontario Ministry of Labour or the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.)
• Current valid Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)

Asset

Qualifications:

• Bilingualism is considered an asset.
• Current Lifesaving & Emergency First Aid Instructor Certification.

If selected for this role, you will need to provide:

• Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory CRJMC (Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check), at the candidate’s own expense.
• Successful reference check (two work-related references, with a minimum of one being a direct supervisor)
• Licenses, certifications, etc.
• Verification of school status

All Summer Students must be Full-time day students at a recognized secondary or post-secondary institution and be returning to full time attendance in the fall of 2026.

Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how you meet each of the required qualifications. Please note, selection for further consideration will…