Dock Hand

Retro Boat Rentals ATX

74 Trinity Street, Austin TX 78701

Position Title: Dock Hand

Starting Compensation - $17.50/hr

Alternative Benefits/Compensation - Tips, 24/7 downtown parking

About Retro Boat Rentals ATX

Retro Boat Rentals ATX provides the unique experience to cruise through downtown Austin on Lady Bird Lake in vintage fiberglass boats. These boats have been restored to their original jet-age beauty, with mid-century retro colors, fins and chrome details. The best part of the restoration? The boats are equipped with the latest eco-friendly technology. This means zero emissions electric motors that create an environmentally clean, quiet experience for even the most novice boaters!

We pride ourselves on the environmental aspect of our company. Not only have we replaced motors that used to be heavy polluters, but these classic boats have been saved from being junk in someone’s back yard or trash in a landfill. These classic boats have been repurposed for everyone to enjoy.

Retro Boat Rentals ATX currently has 5 vintage fiber glass boats in the water.

We are looking for a positive energy, passionate, and collaborative individual that has skills and knowledge of boats to join our team.

Position Summary

The Retro Boat Rental Dock Hand will share a responsibility for the overall day-to-day operation of Retro Boat Rentals ATX, during scheduled hours.

The aforementioned operation includes, but is not limited to;

· Cleanliness, maintenance, and overall upkeep of the retro boats

· The boats are electric and equipped with Torqeedo marine technology, learning how to troubleshoot and operate the boats will be necessary

· Upholding our safety standards and properly communicating these to patrons

· These include monitoring the boats charging levels, sanitation, and locking up

· Ability to learn the operation of rescuing stranded boats

· Availability to share the responsibility of the Retro Boat Rentals business phone line and email for scheduling changes, cancellations, and special requests during working hours.

· Responsibility of becoming proficient with FareHarbor (our scheduling platform)

· Communicate and maintain good relations with our partners at the Austin Rowing Club, Alta’s Café, and Ro Fitness.

· Comfort working outside in Texas during the Spring/Summer/Fall months

· *Note - we stagger boat rides in mornings/afternoon sunsets for the Summer months

· Picking up any trash that floats along the banks of Lady Bird Lake (We strive to keep Austin’s natural waterway as beautiful as possible)

Retro Boat Rentals Expectations

You will be expected to be polite, courteous, and above all respectful of both the upkeep of the boats along with and your attitude around customers and other staff members.

Keep in mind, this is a unique activity to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, and we have had countless proposals on these boats. It’s our objective to make this a special experience for those people who choose to include us in their most cherished memories!!

Our Interview Process

Retro Boat Rentals ATX prides itself on being a small family business. You will go through two rounds of interviews. You can anticipate the interviews to be scheduled for 30-45 minutes.

Since this will be a position that is working closely with our family, we will request that these interviews occur in person.

Qualifications:

• High school or equivalent (preferred)
• 5 years of customer service experience
• A positive attitude!

• Willingness to learn/abide by proper safety procedures and work with cool people

Additional Qualifications (not required)

• CPR certification
• ABCY certification, coast guard certification, or similar certifications
• Experience working mechanically on boats and/or with electrical experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Downtown Parking provided

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Overtime

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay
• Tips

Work Location: One location

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Overtime

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay
• Tips

Work Location: One location