DOCK STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES

Handle dock lines for Woodwind and Woodwind II
Assist in docking visiting boats
Coordinate wharf side space to facilitate commercial, transient, and overnight dockage
Collect payment for transient dockage
Assist Customer Service Staff
Assist Woodwind Crew & Maintenance staff
Assist hotel & restaurant guests regarding:
- Woodwind
- Hail Water Taxis
- Local knowledge
- Dock space availability
In emergency situations, employees may need to change their normal operations and help secure business property, assets and/or vessel safety

BACKGROUND

The successful candidate will have boating, hospitality and customer service experience and be a friendly, organized and safety-minded individual.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate should have the following qualifications:

Excellent oral communication skills
Knowledge of boats and boat docking practices
Able work outside for 10-12 hour shifts
Adept at knot tying
Alert, Reliable and Consistent
Able to complete daily check lists
Able to complete bi weekly inventory checks
Open to new ideas, and a “team-player”
Must have or get Maryland Boater Safety Certification prior to employment start date
Knowledgeable about the area
- Annapolis
- Chesapeake Bay
Count cash tips and report during clock out.
Must be able to lift/carry up to 50 lbs repeatedly
Must be able to use a hand-truck
Must be able to catch and throw dock lines
Must be able to load and unload pickup truck
Be able to prioritize work flow
Must be physically agile and able to tie up boats to pilings and cleats on the dock
Comfortable working closely with other employees in tight quarters
Comfortable working around large groups customers, restaurant and bar patrons
Easy going demeanor to handle conflict resolution; ability to remain calm in high pressure situations
Time and space management skills

COMPENSATION

This hourly position pay rate is $15.00 an hour plus tips (average $18/hour including tips). There is a work commitment incentive for qualified employees.

OTHER COMPENSATION

Our standard employee perks include the ability to bring friends & family aboard the Woodwinds when seats are available and employee discounts at Pusser’s Caribbean Grille Restaurant and Store.

To apply online, click on the "Apply for Job" button below. If you prefer to download an application and mail or fax to us, you may download a PDF application.

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Schooner Woodwind & Woodwind II are identical 74-foot sailing yachts available for public sailing and private charter departing from the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel.

Schooner Woodwind also manages and maintains the 360 feet of wharf side dock space (available for transient dockage) on behalf of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel.

Since 1993 the Woodwinds have been a family-owned and operated company.

Offsite Office: 1930-A Lincoln Drive, Annapolis, MD 21401 (Monday-Friday, 9-5)
Onsite Office & Boats: 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MD 21401 (Everyday April 15-October 31)
Phone: (410) 263-1981
Fax: (410) 280-6952
Email: info@schoonerwoodwind.com
Web: www.schoonerwoodwind.com

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