Dock Master

The Harborside Inn

A Dock Master Opportunity Awaits You on Martha's Vineyard Island!

Martha's Vineyard island, sits in the Atlantic just south of Cape Cod. A longtime New England summer

Seasonal
Posted: Jan 15, 2025

Dock Master

Location
Edgartown, Massachusetts
Wages/Pay
$30.00 / hour + tips
Experience Level
Previous experience required
Job Start Date
Job Starts: Apr 01, 2025

Our Dock Master is a seasonal position located on Martha's Vineyard and has HOUSING INCLUDED!

The Dock Master plays a key role in our mission to deliver world-class service and products and a memorable vacation experience to everyone who passes through our doors. This is done by overseeing the day-to-day dock operations and team through a hands-on leadership approach.

  • Oversees the day-to-day operations of the dock

  • Schedules dock team and approves timecards for payroll

  • Cultivates a positive working environment

  • Manages the performance of the team

  • Ensures customer satisfaction within the department

  • Effectively communicates with other departments as needed

  • Processes vessel reservations

  • Answers the fuel dock phone and radio

  • Ensures accuracy of daily sales and all Dockwa reports

  • Assigns and directs boaters to the appropriate slips

  • Assists guests with docking and undocking

  • Assists boats with requests for fuel

  • Pumps out holding tanks of vessels

  • Performs light maintenance within the dock areas as needed

  • May assist in supervising other staff who work outdoors (such as pool attendants)

  • Assisting in other departments and with other duties as needed

Qualifications:

All our team members are passionate about guest service and helping others. They initiate conversations, anticipate the needs of others, and interact with others in a courteous and efficient manner. They love being team players and are detail-oriented, flexible, and adaptable. They are willing to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays. 

In addition, this position requires:

  • Ability to work outdoors

  • 3-5 years of previous marina or marine field experience

  • Previous leadership or management experience is preferred 

  • Skills in property management software, dock/marina software, and Microsoft Office preferred

  • Boating license and/or USCG license a plus (not necessarily required)

  • Ability to lift and carry between 50 and 100 pounds as needed

  • Ability to effectively lead and manage a team

The Harborside Inn is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values the diversity of its team and applicants. 

How to Apply

Please complete the application form via the link below.

The Harborside Inn is an equal opportunity employer. Thank you for your interest in employment with the Harborside Inn.

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