Dockhand - Marina Fork Lift Driver Full Time

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Key West, FL, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Events • Food • Travel • Hospitality • Hotels & Resorts
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The Role
Safely operate marine forklifts, boat lifts, and related equipment to launch, retrieve, transport, and store vessels. Assist with docking, undocking, vessel arrivals, departures, fueling, and other marina services. Inspect equipment and vessels, maintain operating readiness, complete inspection records, report mechanical issues, follow safety and environmental procedures, and coordinate vessel movements with marina staff and owners.
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The Marine Forklift Driver is responsible for the safe operation of marina forklifts and related equipment to launch, retrieve, transport, and store vessels. This position supports marina operations by ensuring vessels are handled safely and efficiently while providing professional service to boat owners, guests, and marina tenants. The Marine Forklift Driver maintains equipment, assists with dock operations, and helps ensure compliance with marina safety standards and environmental procedures.

ResponsibilitiesVessel Handling and Storage
  • Safely operate marine forklifts, boat lifts, and related equipment to launch, retrieve, transport, and rack-store vessels.

  • Position vessels accurately within dry storage facilities, staging areas, and designated marina locations.

  • Secure vessels in storage locations using established marina procedures.

  • Inspect vessels for existing damage prior to movement and report concerns immediately.

  • Follow manufacturer operating guidelines and marina safety procedures when handling vessels.

Marina Operations
  • Assist with docking and undocking vessels as required.

  • Provide support during vessel arrivals and departures.

  • Coordinate vessel movements with marina management, dock staff, and vessel owners.

  • Maintain clear communication with marina personnel to support safe and efficient operations.

  • Assist with fueling or related marina services when authorized and trained.

Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
  • Conduct daily pre-shift inspections of forklifts and equipment.

  • Monitor equipment condition and promptly report mechanical issues.

  • Maintain forklift cleanliness and operating readiness.

  • Complete equipment inspection logs and maintenance records as required.

  • Follow lockout/tagout procedures when equipment requires service.

QualificationsEducation and Experience
  • High School Diploma or GED preferred.

  • Previous marine forklift operation experience preferred.

  • Experience working in a marina, marine service facility, boatyard, or related environment preferred.

  • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.

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How We'll Help You Thrive

At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*: 

  • Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
  • Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
  • Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
  • Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
  • Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
  • Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
  • Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
  • Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what’s next

*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.

Skills Required

  • Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Previous marine forklift operation experience
  • Experience working in a marina, marine service facility, boatyard, or related environment

Hilton Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — The Go Hilton travel program offers up to 110 discounted nights per year, with employee room rates as low as $40 and additional friends-and-family and on‑property dining discounts. Select programs like Thrive Sabbatical and Thrive Reset provide paid time off with stipends for personal goals or recharge.
  • Retirement Support — The U.S. 401(k) match is 100% on the first 3% of pay plus 50% on the next 2%, enabling up to a 4% employer match when contributing 5%. This delivers a clear, formula-based boost to long‑term savings.
  • Parental & Family Support — New parents receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave, with birthing parents receiving an additional eight weeks for a total of 12 weeks. Adoption assistance and caregiving support resources are also available.

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