Yard & Dock Manager
The Marina at Highland Lake is looking for a Yard & Dock Manager to join our team! The ideal candidate will be a dependable, hard-working professional who has excellent customer service skills, perform physical tasks and have a strong mechanical ability.
This role offers a wide variety of responsibilities and is ideal for a motivated, mechanically inclined individual who enjoys working both indoors and outdoors in a fast-paced marina environment. On-the-job training is available for the right candidate.
Schedule
This is a 9-10 month position from March through November.
Hours are Tuesdays through Fridays and one weekend day. Requires working summer holidays
Yard Operations
- Maintain a clean, organized marina and sales yard
- Coordinate launching, hauling, and transporting boats
- Organize boat inventory and trailer storage
- Coordinate seasonal dock installation and removal
- Assist with facility maintenance and groundskeeping
- Operate tractors, forklifts, and trailers
Dock & Rental Operations
- Supervise dock attendants
- Oversee boat rental check-in/check-out
- Ensure rental boats are cleaned, fueled, and ready
- Monitor fuel dock operations
- Maintain docks and waterfront appearance
- Handle customer issues and ensure excellent service
Fleet Management
- Schedule cleaning and maintenance of rental fleet
- Monitor maintenance needs
- Coordinate repairs with service department
- Maintain safety equipment
- Ensure boats are ready each morning
- Perform regular maintenace of marina trucks and equipment
Skills and Knowledge
- Excellent customer service
- Boating experience and/or knowledge required
- Ability to trailer boats
- Ability to drive tractors
- Strong leadership skills
- Highly organized and dependable
- Computer skills/payment processing
- Mechanical aptitude
- Ability to lift and work outdoors
- Driver’s license required
- Boat license prefered (or willingness to obtain)
Your Year-Round Gateway to the Litchfield Hills
Nestled in the picturesque Northwest Hills of Winchester, Connecticut, Highland Lake is a hidden gem for all seasons. Whether you are chasing the summer sun, seeking vibrant fall foliage, or heading to the slopes, we are your premier destination for lake life and local lodging.
Why Choose The Marina at Highland Lake?
We offer a unique blend of high-performance boating and cozy accommodations that you won't find anywhere else in the region:
- Exclusive Boat Dealer: We are the authorized Malibu, Axis, and Avalon dealer for all of Connecticut and Southwestern Massachusetts.
- The Inn at Highland Lake in Winsted: Stay at the Inn at Highland Lake or our private Cottage at Highland Lake.
- Free Guest Perks: Guests staying at the Inn or Cottage enjoy FREE use of kayaks and paddleboats plus exclusive discounts on powerboat rentals.
- Four-Season Adventure: From Boat Rentals and Summer Slips to being the "Base Camp" for Ski Sundown, Ski Butternut, and winter ice fishing, we are open year-round to serve you.
- Certified Service & Storage: Our factory-trained technicians provide comprehensive Service & Storage to keep your boat in peak condition.