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Excel Boat Company

Boat Loader

Mountain View, AR · On-site

Boat Loading Reports to: Building Manager Department Summary * Boat loaders load boats onto trucks ... Capable of standing all day with no sitting down on the job; repetitive use of hands and arms ...

Alaska X

Boat Captain

Skagway, AK · On-site

Gives a boat safety speech and ensures guest compliance. Assures the safety of the guests by ... Position involves frequent sitting, standing, and walking The statements in this document are ...

Alaska X

Gives a boat safety speech and ensures guest compliance. Assures the safety of the guests by ... Position involves frequent sitting, standing, and walking The statements in this document are ...

Gordy's Marine

Boat Launch Attendant

Fontana, WI

The Boat Launch Attendant will oversee operations at the Abbey Harbor launch ramp. The primary ... Physical Requirements: · Sitting/Standing for long periods · Standing/Moving occasionally · ...

Gordy's Marine

Boat Movement Specialist

Fontana, WI · On-site

... · Sitting and driving for long periods · Standing/Moving/squatting/bending over occasionally to ... What began as a seasonal Boat Ride and Rental operation has evolved into a diversified company with ...

Bass Pro Shops

Boat Business Assistant

Monroe, LA · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

The Boat Business Assistant provides the clerical support for all boat, motor, trailer or ATV ... Regular computer work, standing, sitting and walking. * Occasional lifting. * Seldom to never ...

Bass Pro Shops

Boat Business Assistant

Tyler, TX · On-site

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

The Boat Business Assistant provides the clerical support for all boat, motor, trailer or ATV ... Regular computer work, standing, sitting and walking. * Occasional lifting. * Seldom to never ...

Bass Pro Shops

Boat Business Assistant

Altoona, IA · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

The Boat Business Assistant provides the clerical support for all boat, motor, trailer or ATV ... Regular computer work, standing, sitting and walking. * Occasional lifting. * Seldom to never ...

ANTELOPE POINT HOLDINGS LLC

Boat Cleaner

Page, AZ · On-site

$16/hr

Boat Rentals Salary Range: $16.00 Reports to: Dock Supervisor Employment Status: Seasonal FLSA ... PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands of the position may include, but are not limited to sitting ...

South Shore Marine

Delivery Captain

Huron, OH · On-site

Services boat with fuel and assists in casting off and tying up boat. Performs minor engine and ... or sitting for prolonged periods F Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or ...

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How much do boat sitting jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for boat sitting in the United States is $18.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is boat sitting?

A Boat Sitting job involves taking care of a boat while the owner is away. Responsibilities may include basic maintenance, security checks, cleaning, and ensuring systems like battery and bilge pumps are functioning properly. Some boat sitters may stay onboard, while others visit periodically. The job helps owners keep their vessels in good condition and ready for use.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a boat sitter?

As a Boat Sitter, your daily responsibilities usually include checking and ensuring the vessel's security, monitoring moorings or dock lines, inspecting bilge and electrical systems, and performing regular light cleaning or maintenance tasks. You may also be responsible for airing out the cabin, running the engine periodically, and managing any minor issues that arise. Communication with the boat owner is key, as you'll provide updates about the boat's condition and promptly report any concerns. The role may also involve coordinating with marina staff or service personnel if repairs are needed. By maintaining a proactive approach, you help ensure the vessel stays in top condition until the owner returns.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a boat sitter?

To thrive as a Boat Sitter, you need practical boating skills, a solid understanding of basic marine maintenance, and often a boating license or certification. Familiarity with onboard systems, navigation equipment, and vessel monitoring tools is typically required. Reliability, strong communication, and problem-solving ability are valued soft skills for handling issues as they arise and keeping owners informed. These abilities ensure the boat remains safe, well-maintained, and secure during the owner's absence.

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Infographic showing various Boat Sitting job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,923 per year, or $18.7 per hour.

Boat Loader

Excel Boat Company

Mountain View, AR • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 21 hours ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness resources
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance

Position: Boat Loader
Department: Boat Loading
Reports to: Building Manager

Department Summary
  1. Boat loaders load boats onto trucks for delivery while keeping safety and quality as priority. Boat loaders are also responsible for maintaining and cleaning the load areas. 
  2. Job Duties and Responsibilities
  3. Load boats on freightliner or flatbed dodge safely.
  4. Unload and assemble trailers from trailer supplier(s).
  5. Clean and maintain the parking lot and load shed.
  6. Inspect the quality of the finished boats.
  7. Assist in unloading supplier trucks and boat load trucks from the Arkansas plant.
  8. Maintain dumpsters by scheduling pickups.
  9. Receive certification in forklift and crane operations. 
Required Skills
  1. Exhibit trustworthiness and honesty.
  2. Read a tape measure, understand fractions, simple math-addition, subtraction, multiplication, division.
  3. Capable of using hand tools and power tools.
  4. Maintain connection and communication among other employees and management.
  5. Conceptual skills, process improvement, verbal communication, functional and technical skills, controls and instrumentation, supply management, tooling coordination, inventory control, attention to detail and judgment.
  6. Recognize acceptable and unacceptable product quality, personal behavior, and productivity and are capable of carrying out step by step instructions.
  7. Lead by example; build a team that can rely on each other and can function if the supervisor is not there. Train each employee in your department to do your job if you are not there. Be competitive with the rest of the factory and do better than yesterday every day. Be a role model for others: have a positive attitude, keep your area and tools clean and organized, encourage your team.
  8. Must have a current Drivers License.
Preferred Qualifications
  1. Capable of performing each essential duty satisfactorily in a fast-paced industrial environment.
  2. Capable of standing all day with no sitting down on the job; repetitive use of hands and arms; ability to walk, climb, balance, twist, turn, grasp, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. May need to work intermittently from a ladder.
  3. Required to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, or more collectively, frequently.
  4. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  5. Ability to work in a 20 to 100 degree work environment in all weather conditions. 
  6. Great socialization and communication with management, other departments, and coworkers.
  7. High school or GED graduate preferred.
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