What are the responsibilities and job description for the Launch Driver position at Newport Yacht Club?
The Newport Yacht Club is hiring professional launch drivers for the 2024 summer season. The position of the launch driver will be a part of the dock staff team at the marina. Candidates are expected to adhere to the same requirements as the other staff members in being punctual, friendly, and having a strong and eager work ethic. The Newport Yacht Club does require a valid Captain’s license (either launch/tender or Master Captain’s), but not including the OUPV/6-pack license. Being included in the Maritime Consortium will require employees to be enrolled in a random drug-testing program.
Daily Responsibilities
® Cleaning and regular inspection of our 26’ Oldport launch
® Operating the vessel safely to bring members back and forth from vessels to docks
® Adhering to the Yacht Club’s policies of the launch operation
® Assisting in other aspects of the marina as necessary (e.g. line handling of incoming and outgoing vessels, colors protocols, etc.)
® Creating a friendly environment for the members on the docks and requiring launch service
® Using the radios appropriately for safe and timely operations
Benefits
® Pay starting at $20 /hour and negotiable dependent on experience
® Flexible schedule (but we do require some weekends & holidays if needed)
® Full & part-time availability
® Discounted employee meals
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Supplemental pay types:
- Yearly bonus
Trucking home time:
- Home daily
Trucking route:
- Local
Ability to Relocate:
- Newport, RI 02840: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20