Marina Maintenance Technician

Basic Function:

Provide operational and maintenance services to Norfolk County Port Dover Harbour Marina facilities including repairs to buildings, equipment, docks, ramps, gas dock, gazebo's, pavilion or recommending the use of appropriate trades people.  Maintain buildings and associated equipment in good repair and in attractive clean condition for public service.

Position Description:

• To provide operational and maintenance services to Norfolk County Port Dover Harbour Marina facilities to ensure that the docks, buildings, ramps, gas dock, gazebo's, pavilion and equipment are kept in a safe and attractive condition. Duties change seasonally.
• Also responsible for providing functional directional/guidance to Marina Attendants.
• Review assignments and schedules for maintenance and use of facilities and equipment at the start of each shift. Ensure that facilities are ready for use.
• Follow generally accepted maintenance and repair standards, administrative policy and practice and program of preventative maintenance.
• Implement safety procedures to ensure public safety at Port Dover Harbour Marina facility and eliminate any suspected safety hazards.
• Make daily and regular checks of equipment and record findings in logbooks.
• Work to achieve good relations with users and the public to encourage proper care of the County facility.
• Ensure awareness of all Health and Safety issues.
• Performs a variety of preventative maintenance task and repairs in facility including equipment, minor carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical and scheduled cleaning of equipment.
• Report to Marina Manager any problems and make any recommendations, which may increase level of service or minimize cost of operations.
• Provide direction/guidance to part-time staff on a regular basis, making sure facility is maintained in a safe and orderly conduct.
• Ensure tools and equipment are operated in a safe manner at all times.
• Coordinate, assist and oversee the work performed by others, i.e. plumbing, electrical (contractors).
• Recommend the purchase of appropriate material or supplies necessary to complete repairs/maintenance.
• Respond to immediate/urgent requests for service, i.e. broken plumbing fixtures, hydro failures, etc.
• Assume additional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time by the Marina Manager.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Must be knowledgeable and trained in modern building maintenance techniques, including the ability to perform minor plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs to Marina buildings, docks and equipment.
• Post-secondary education in a related field or equivalent experience of a minimum of three years.
• First Aid and CPR C certification
• Previous experience providing guidance/direction to staff, an asset.

Skills and Abilities:

• Experience operating equipment, trucks, tractors with attachments, weed harvester and forklift.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships and to deal politely with the public.
• Proficiency in the use of equipment and tools.
• Experience operating power tools and hand tools.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Proven ability to work independently or as a member of a team.
• A valid forklift operating license.
• A valid Ontario driver's license.
• Computer expertise in corporate standard software (Microsoft Office) and department specific software to data search and entry and to create and modify word processed documents.
• Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment, and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Posting #: NU 4.26

Position: Marina Maintenance Technician

Position Code: 3HBPDM

Status: Temporary Full Time (From approximately March 30, 2026, to October 30, 2026)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Employee Group: Non-Union

Wage: $28.59 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 Harbour Marina, Port Dover, ON

Note: This work involves variable hours, physical activity, and various working conditions in an outdoor environment.

Posting Period: January 23, February 9, 2026

How to Apply:

Follow the link below for the application process through Google Chrome:

• 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 -

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.

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.