Dock Attendant

Summary

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of duties in support of the Sailing program. This position is located at Naval Station Norfolk's Marina in Norfolk, VA.

Duties

• Rigs ferry and safety boats, ensuring they are properly fueled and clean each morning and secured at end of day. Operates safety boats during training sessions, regattas or other on-the-water activities. Assists patrons with launching, mooring, pump out station and fueling of boats. Performs minor maintenance which may include but is not limited to changing batteries, scraping and cleaning boat bottoms, and painting, varnishing boats. Tows disabled boats to assigned slips or dock. Inspects Marina daily to ensure area is clean and free from debris and other hazards. Performs basic cleaning duties to maintain a constant and clean working area and ensure all current sanitation requirements are followed and maintained. Sweeps, dry mops floors/docks: wash walls, windows, blinds and other surfaces and replaces light bulbs as needed. Maintains restrooms, bath and laundry houses ensuring they are clean, orderly and sanitary at all times-disinfects and deodorizes lavatories, urinals and toilet bowls. Replenishes bathroom tissue, hand towels and soap. Notifies supervisor when cleaning supplies are needed and reports all equipment malfunctions to supervisor for corrective action. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate must possess: Must possess or complete the NASBLA Approved Safe Power Boating certification and effectively apply new skill sets to small powerboat operation, boat maintenance, water and boating safety within 2 weeks of hire. Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and written to understand instructions given. Must be a mature individual with positive customer service skills, tack and good judgment. Basic skill in the use of hand tools.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

How to apply

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/06/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13029435It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to [email protected] to ensure proper consideration is given.