Marina Attendant (Student) (NU 23.26)

Located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, Norfolk County is where big vision meets unlimited potential.

As one of Ontario’s largest single-tier municipalities and home to over 70,000 people, Norfolk is bold, diverse, and proudly local - a municipality that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and connection. Here, you’ll find endless opportunities to grow your skills, expand your ideas, and shape your career.

As a Marina Attendant with Norfolk County, you’ll help keep the Port Dover Harbour Marina safe, clean, and welcoming by maintaining facilities, assisting boaters, and supporting daily marina operations. Your work will enhance the visitor experience, support waterfront recreation, and ensure the marina operates efficiently throughout the season.

Big vision. Real opportunities. Unlimited potential. That’s Norfolk.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• This position is responsible for duties related, but not limited to, horticultural operations within Port Dover Harbour Marina (i.e. grass cutting, weed eating, general landscaping).
• This position is responsible for duties related, but not limited to facilities maintenance within Port Dover Harbour Marina (i.e. buildings, pavilions/gazebos, docks and parking lot).
• This position is responsible for duties related, but not limited to cleaning facilities and minor maintenance (i.e. washrooms, showers, office area, fueling and pumping stations, marina grounds, parking areas).
• Responsible for daily, monthly and seasonal inspections and record keeping.
• Maintain daily written records of work related activities, including daily circle checks on all equipment and report defects to the immediate supervisor or designate.
• Be knowledgeable of all Port Dover Harbour Marina rates and services available on site.
• Collect and monitor ramp fees from boaters using daily ramps.
• Comply with all TSSA (technical standards and safety) regulations regarding the safe operation of a fuel station.
• Ensure accurate collection and processing of all revenue collected from fuel docks, ramp and ice sales.
• Assist all boats in docking and casting off.
• Maintain good relations with all marina patrons and the public, including fielding general inquiries.
• Participate in the set up and take down of required equipment and items needed for special events (i.e. picnic tables, tables, chairs, etc.).
• Report and assist with recording incidents of injury, vandalism, etc.
• Close fuel dock daily, ensuring daily above ground fuel tank dips and pump readings are completed.
• Responsible for fuel dock services (adhere to Port Dover Harbour Marina pump out and fueling procedures when servicing boaters); pump out boater waste tanks.
• Respond to patrons/customer needs.
• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Work outdoors cleaning and scrubbing docks over long periods of time.
• Assist seasonal/transient boaters to tie up and cast off from mooring well.
• Ensure that the Safety and Port Dover Harbour Marina Rules and Regulations and are adhered to.
• Frequent garbage, litter and recyclables pickup.
• Take dock-walks, under the direction of the assigned supervisor to ensure lighting is working properly, boats are tied properly and safe, and there are no obstacles on the docks and safety equipment is working and in place.
• Safe and efficient operation, care and maintenance of tools, equipment and vehicles (i.e. grass cutting machines, tractors, utility vehicle, weed eaters).
• Aquatic weed, fish and bird pick up (including removal of debris from marina waterways).
• Laboring duties include climbing, lifting, pulling, balancing, kneeling, stooping, walking, handling materials to assist in the maintenance of Norfolk County facilities and infrastructure.
• You will be required to work in an outdoor environment in all elements (i.e. hot and cold weather).

Requirements

Knowledge and Experience:

• Enrolled in Highschool, University or College.
• Previous experience in janitorial, horticulture, landscaping, carpentry, boating an asset.
• Boaters Operating Card License preferred.
• Standard First Aid with CPR Level C preferred.
• Able to lift 35 Ibs.

Benefits

Posting #: NU 23.26

Position: Marina Attendant

Position Code: 3STPDM

Status: Student (from August 31, 2026 to approximately October 15, 2026)

Number of Vacancies: 4

Employee Group: Non-Union

Wage: $18.48 per hour

Hours Worked per Week: Up to 40

Division: Community and Development Services

Department: Parks, Recreation, and Culture

Reports to: Marina Manager

Location: Port Dover, ON

Posting Period: July 8, 2026 - July 21, 2026

How to Apply:

• Ensure the file extension for your resume document is .doc, .docx or .pdf
• If you are electing to include a cover letter, the cover letter and resume must be uploaded as 1 file.
• Find out more information about Norfolk County here: Employment at Norfolk County - NorfolkCounty.ca

The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

The Corporation of Norfolk County does not use Artificial Intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing, or the selection of candidates.

Successful applicants are required to provide the Employer with a current Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector where required and verification of education.

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.