Dock Facility Attendant

JOB SummaryTo perform a wide variety of maintenance and repair of dock facilities and equipment; provides responsible customer service at the Washington Waterfront Docks including advising on regulations pertaining to Tar & Pamlico River use and ensuring safe use of equipment; provides assistance and information to visitors to the Washington area. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesNOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the needs of the organization. Provides customer service at the City's waterfront dock area, including assisting patrons with equipment operation, acting as a resource person for patrons and informing patrons of the regulations pertaining to using Docks.Responsible for inspecting assigned areas in a timely manner and performing a wide variety of tasks in the maintenance and repair of assigned facilities and systems. Maintains the dock area and related facilities, clears the shoreline and park areas of debris, empties trash receptacles, secures boats during high winds and inclement weather.Maintains dock facilities and equipment, including monitoring equipment, painting facilities, replacing lights, repairing and replacing boards, cleaning docks and irrigation of park areas.Employs safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required.Operates a variety of hand and power tools and equipment related to work assignment as instructed.Maintains public facilities, dock and shore areas, storage sites and other work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment at the close of the workday.Maintains accurate logs and records of work performed, sales and revenue records including credit card transactions, and materials and equipment used.May provide technical and functional direction to volunteers and/or community service workers.Performs other duties as assigned. Required Education and/or ExperienceHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one or more years' experience boating, waterfront facilities and dock maintenance. Special Requirements.Valid N.C. driver's license and acceptable driving record.First Aid and CPR Certification (ability to obtain with 6 months of hire date) Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesBasic principles, practices, tools and materials as they relate to the maintenance and repair of dock facilities, equipment and appurtenances.The operation and minor maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools, boats and boating equipment.Safety principles and practices, including basic first aid and CPR methods.Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors and City staff.Ability to perform a variety of basic tasks in the construction, maintenance, renovation and repair of dock facilities and equipment.Ability to correctly interpret and apply the policies, procedures, laws and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions.Ability to maintain accurate logs, records and basic written records of work performed.Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.Ability to make accurate arithmetic calculations.Ability to operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software.Ability to use tact, initiative, prudence and independent judgment within general policy, procedural and legal guidelines. Physical RequirementsThis is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting and fingering; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arm's length, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work and observing general surroundings and activities. Working ConditionsWork is primarily outside and employee is subject to hazards of docks and waterfront facilities work including working in extreme hot and cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as noise, moving mechanical parts, chemicals, atmospheric conditions and oils. May be required to work various shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays. May be required to work during inclement weather.