BPYC Launch Driver
Job Title: Launch Driver
Location: Biddeford Pool, Maine
Terms: Seasonal Full-Time Position
Salary/Rate: Competitive hourly salary with opportunity for overtime hours
License Requirements:
Minimum US Coast Guard Limited Masters License suitable for operating a 20 passenger inspected vessel
Current CPR, AED & First Aid Certificates
Enrollment in Club sponsored Random Drug Testing Program is MANDATORY
Position Description
Launch Drivers are responsible for safely and efficiently transporting Club members and transient guests to and from their vessel, using the Club's two diesel launches. BPYC is surrounded by strong currents, and all Launch Drivers must be able to safely navigate through the mooring field in such conditions. Launch Drivers perform routine maintenance around the Club, at times assist the Jr. Sailing Program Instructors, and occasionally assist in onsite member events.
Launch Drivers report to the Club Manager, with whom he/she/they works to ensure the smooth functioning and proper maintenance of the Club. This is a hands on position, which requires critical thinking and reasoning skills. After proper training, the Launch Staff is expected
to be independently proactive, and pitch in wherever and whenever required, working for the overall benefit of the Club and the membership at large.
Specific Job Accountabilities
Properly open and close club and launch vessels at the beginning of each shift
Keep daily Log Book
Conduct daily maintenance of launches
Safely drive members, members’ guests, and transients to and from their vessels in the mooring fields as required
Collect mooring fees from transient guests, enter transactions in the Daily Cash Account, and use Dockwa software to accept transient mooring reservations as needed
Assist in pumping fuel for members and transients, and enter transactions in Daily Cash Account and Fuel Log Book.
Assist in various Club projects as assigned by Manager during low volume launch service
Perform routine launch, club & grounds cleaning and maintenance chores when needed
Attend weekly meetings with the entire BPYC staff
Attend BPYC special events as needed
Adhere to the BPYC Employee Handbook and Operations Manual
Promote and support the overall values of the Club, Officers, Trustees, staff and programs of BPYC
Requirements
Team player
Proactive
Safety-first mentality
Ability to think and respond quickly in high-stress situation
Communicative and personable, as the launch staff interacts closely with club members and guests
If you’re interested in this position, please complete the form below and we will get in touch!
