Forklift Spotter - MarineMax : Job Details

OVERVIEW: The Forklift Spotter is responsible for assisting the forklift and travel lift operators with ensuring the safety of team members, customers, vendors and property during boat movement operations. KEY TASKS:

• Assist with the proper and safe operation of the forklift to ensure safe and timely moving, blocking and placement of all vessels on the sales lot, service facilityand in water
• Assist Operators when placing vessels safely into to high and dry storage, if applicable
• Properly secure vessels to docks, seawalls, etc
• Proper and safe use of slings/shackles ensuring safe movements
• Places keel blocks, boat stands and support blocks under vessel appropriate to the size of the boat
• Slides and positions hull support blocks and frames against boat bottom for vertical support
• Mounts propellers on shafts to prepare boats for launching, when applicable
• Ensure all drain plugs or water pickups are secure, when applicable
• Power-wash vessels when removed from salt/fresh water
• Proper and safe operation of vessels while maneuvering in/out of marina.
• Assist customers while docking, tying, boarding and unboarding vessels providing professional customer service
• Monitoring gauges, dials and other indicators to make sure machinery/equipment is working properly.
• Checks equipment daily for proper fluid levels and general operation including hydraulic lines and hydraulic fittings, forks and straps condition, report any maintenance/repair issues to management
• Report any needed dock repairs to proper management, including electrical, water, lines and dock boards.
• Assist with boat shows and other on/off-site promotions
• Other duties as assigned

KEY RESULT AREAS:

• Knowledge of machinery and tools, including their designs, uses, benefits, repair and maintenance.
• Safe operation of all equipment.
• Ability to work well with others
• Customer satisfaction and enthusiasm/FANS

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