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How much do seasonal harborside jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for seasonal harborside in the United States is $15.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a seasonal harborside worker?

To thrive as a Seasonal Harborside worker, you generally need physical stamina, basic customer service skills, and the ability to handle tasks related to dock or marina operations, often requiring a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale systems, boat handling equipment, and safety protocols is typically expected. Strong teamwork, communication, and a proactive attitude help individuals excel in serving guests and maintaining safe, efficient harbor operations. These skills ensure smooth daily operations, safety compliance, and a positive experience for customers during the busy season.

What is the difference between Seasonal Harborside vs Dockworker?

AspectSeasonal HarborsideDockworker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some certifications may be preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; safety certifications often required
Work EnvironmentHarbor or port facilities, outdoor, seasonalDockside, outdoor, often physically demanding
Industry UsagePort operations, shipping, logisticsLoading/unloading ships, cargo handling
Search IntentJobs related to port operations during peak seasonsManual cargo handling and shipping jobs

Seasonal Harborside roles typically focus on port operations during busy seasons, often requiring basic certifications and outdoor work. Dockworkers perform cargo handling tasks year-round, with a focus on physical labor and safety certifications. Both roles are essential in port logistics but differ mainly in seasonality and specific job duties.

What is a seasonal harborside?

Seasonal Harborside jobs refer to temporary positions located at or near a harbor, typically available during peak seasons such as summer. These jobs can include roles like dock attendant, boat rental staff, marina maintenance, retail, or food service positions along the waterfront. They are ideal for individuals seeking short-term employment, often in a dynamic, outdoor environment, and may include customer service and manual labor tasks. Seasonal Harborside roles can provide valuable experience in hospitality, tourism, and maritime operations.

What are common challenges faced by seasonal harborside staff, and how can they prepare for them?

Seasonal Harborside staff often encounter challenges such as managing fluctuating workloads during peak times, adapting quickly to changing weather conditions, and ensuring the safety of both guests and vessels. Team members can prepare by developing strong communication and teamwork skills, maintaining flexibility in their schedules, and familiarizing themselves with safety protocols and customer service best practices. Being proactive and staying organized helps staff handle high-traffic periods smoothly while providing a positive experience for visitors.
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Infographic showing various Seasonal Harborside job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, and 4% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $33,240 per year, or $16 per hour.

Valet Attendant ($14-$16/hr + tips) - Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside

Towne Park

Portsmouth, NH

$25 - $75/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Retirement

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Job description

Job Details
Compensation: Towne Park is committed to offering competitive, fair, and commensurate compensation. Actual compensation will be based on a candidate's job-related skills, experience, education or training, and location.

The hourly base pay range for this position is $14-$16 per hour plus tips (average $25-$75 in tips per shift)
Work Schedule: The work schedule for this position is 7am-3pm and 3pm-11pm shifts available, full-time and part-time.

Benefits: Employees are eligible to enroll in accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and telemedicine benefits. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k retirement savings plan.

Eligibility requirements depend on your job classification, length of employment and number of hours worked. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

Seasonal and temporary roles are not eligible for benefits outlined above.

SUMMARY
The Guest Service Associate is responsible for providing exceptional hospitality services to guests in an attentive, friendly and efficient manner. The Guest Service Associate is responsible for parking and retrieving guest vehicles in a prompt yet safe manner and assisting guests with luggage, including delivery and pick up of guest luggage (where applicable) during arrival and departure.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform all functions.

Descriptive Statement(s) - % of Time

Maintains pleasant, friendly and professional demeanor with all guests, co-workers, and clients. Acknowledges and greets guests within five feet with a professional and friendly demeanor. Uses guest last names during interactions. - 25%

Uses salutation of the day and welcomes guests to the location. Practices proper Towne Park phone etiquette. Posts up in designated areas when not completing tasks. - 10%

Parks and retrieves vehicles while driving slowly and cautiously. Assists guests with bell services and luggage storage as needed. Opens all vehicle and hotel doors for guests. - 20%

Assists guests with directions, taxis, reservations and other inquiries. Provides guests with information about outlets, meeting rooms and/or amenities of the facility as well as main attractions in the area. Delivers messages, items and/or guest amenities as requested. Shuttles guests to appropriate places that are approved by the location. - 10%

Explains parking rates and retrieval procedures to guests upon arrival. Issues claim checks only after receiving vehicle keys and collects claim checks from all guests prior to issuing keys. Consistently completes and maintains all ticket information including key tag, guest folio, location of vehicle, damage survey and claim check receipt from all vehicles taken into the valet system. Consistently completes location on all key tags after parking vehicle. Calculates and collects revenue for vehicles when needed. - 35%

The total amount of time for all functions of the job - 100%

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Required Licensure, Certification, etc.:

  • Must hold a valid driver's license for the state you are applying to work, or within a commutable distance from the state you are applying to work (as applicable)

Work Experience:

  • One (1) month related experience and/or training; OR equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge:

  • Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.

Skills:

  • Ability to read and write standard English language
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos
  • Ability to write simple correspondence
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to guests, clients and other employees of the organization
  • Ability to add and subtract three digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's; ability to perform these operations using units of American money
  • Ability to understand 24 hour and military time systems
  • Ability to understand rates applicable to time passed
  • Ability to operate a manual transmission is highly desirable
  • Perform parallel parking

SCOPE

Authority to Act:

  • Job is fairly routine. Incumbent follows established practices and procedures. Duties are performed with specific directions given and work is checked or verified on a frequent basis. Decisions are made within specific operational instructions and departmental guidelines. Errors in judgment could affect the smooth and efficient operation of the department.

Budget Responsibility:

  • The employee has control over resources available only.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The working conditions and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit or stand for extended periods of time and may be required to run; walk; handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Lifting Requirements

Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Working Environment

The majority of work will be performed outdoors for extended periods of time including up to the entire duration of shift. Employees are subject to environmental conditions including extreme heat and cold weather. Protection from weather conditions may be provided, but not necessarily from temperature changes.

Travel

Travel of up to 5% may be required.