Gage Marine is a family-owned business specializing in providing exceptional marine products and services to our customers. Our modern, bright, and efficient service shop is one of the best in the industry! We have a tremendous team that works together and enjoys what they do, and we are looking to add a Boat Yard Operations Associate to our family. We provide a great work environment, awesome after-work recreational activities, and the best pay in the area! We are a growing company that offers opportunities for advancement. If you want to work for a company that cares deeply about its customers and its work family, check us out and give us a call!

This position is seasonal with flexible start and end dates. We will consider both full time and part time applicants.

By ensuring storage boats are picked up and delivered to customers’ homes/docks in a manner that exceeds their high expectations, our Boat Yard Operations Associate is a critical link to maintaining our high customer loyalty. The transport of boats from the dealership to the water often includes launching and delivery to customer docks.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Follows all safety precautions and procedures at all times
• Picks up and delivers storage boats to and from customer’s homes/docks Ensures that no damage is done to boat during handling
• Performs a final check of operation and cleanliness of boat and reports any concern to service manager in writing
• Covers all boats after operation
• Tag all storage boats with customer name
• Constantly looking for work needed on boats and reports to the service manager & operations manager.
• Maintains a copy of storage contracts on boats they are handling at all times and proof that the service requested has been completed before delivery
• Ensures efficiency by routing boats in a time conscious manner
• Follows delivery checklist
• Reports any missing/damaged items in writing to service manager
• Documents/Photographs boat and location on all boats picked up for storage and files data
• Maintains company vehicles to the highest standard
• Ensures all equipment is in good working condition at all times
• Reports all damaged or malfunctioning equipment to shop foreman
• Attends department meetings as required
• Assist with boat racking (spotting, trailer parking, etc.)
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Boating/trailering experience and prior marine dealership experience helpful
• Professional appearance
• Be team-oriented, self-motivated, and process driven
• Have a valid state driver’s license
• Forklift experience is a plus
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background/drug screen

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location

Gage Marine is located one mile south of the “Island City” of Minocqua in the heart of the Wisconsin Northwoods. With over 3,200 lakes, streams, and ponds we are proud to be recognized as having one of the largest concentrations of fresh water in the world. A vacation destination for people from all over the world, Minocqua also has a large number of summer residents who own a vacation home on an area lake. With endless outdoor recreational possibilities including hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, skiing, and of course boating, the Northwoods is a fantastic area to live and play. Additionally, the community is proud of our quality schools and excellent health care facilities. For more information about the Wisconsin Northwoods, visit www.minocqua.org

About Gage Marine

Gage Marine represents a family of tradition and nautical business interests in lakeside dining, cruise boat excursions, retail boat sales, valet, service, boat club, pier service, storage, and recreation throughout Wisconsin. With a passion for fun and a commitment to excellence, we serve our customers, colleagues, and our community. We would not be able to provide this level of service without our hardworking team. Although we work hard together, we also know how to have fun! Our team actually enjoys coming to work each day. In addition to a great work environment, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits. If this sounds like the right fit for you, join our family!