Job Description:

• 1) Assists BOAT-HOIST OPERATOR to move, lift, and lower yachts and cruisers into and out of water and performs related job tasks: Guides hoist operator by hand and voice signals to maneuver wheeled hoist around obstructions and into loading position above boat.

• 2) Positions and connects hoist slings for lifting boats.

• 3) Signals hoist operator to lift or lower boat and guides hoist operator to safely maneuver suspended boat to launching slip, display area, or repair shop.

• 4) Manually steadies boat as vessel is raised from or lowered into water to prevent bumping into pilings.

• 5) Positions keel and hull support blocks to support boat being lowered to ground or onto skid.

• 6) Disconnects and stows slings.

• 7) Directs stream of water under high pressure from hose against exterior of boat to clean hull of silt, mud, and marine growth.

• 8) Sands boat surfaces by hand in preparation for painting.

• 9) Paints boat bottoms, using brush.

• 10) Assists in mechanical servicing and repairing of boats.

• 11) Assists other workers in boat repair facility.