Dock Attendant

Overview

Purpose of Position:
To assist boaters docking at Mystic Seaport Museum. Deliver ice and other service oriented activities involved with the operation of the Docks.

• Assist boaters securing their vessels at Mystic Seaport Museum, deliver bags and blocks of ice, and other services as determined.
• Provide orientation to MSM for boaters and others.

Note:

This is a seasonal position for summer 2026. Availability May–October.

• CT Safe Boating Certificate desirable
• Ability to operate outboard motor skiffs to assist boaters desirable
• Knowledgeable of proper line handling for securing boats of all sizes.
• Willingness to work weekends, evenings and holidays; as needed for events, projects or to accomplish the goals of the position.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others in a fast paced, physically demanding environment.
• Dexterity enabling climbing onto and off of boats that are moving and not in contact with Docks is required.
• Able to manage lines under load and to push boats of all sizes away from Docks or to hold them close to docks counteracting the forces of wind and water.
• Ability to deliver block and bag ice to individual boats.
• Ability to work outside in heat and physically demanding conditions for up to 8 hours a day.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
• Ability to navigate entire bulkhead of MSM.