Marina Outstation Caretakers (Couple Required) - Saltspring Island, BC

A full time couple is required as live in caretakers for the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club Scott Point Outstation, located on Salt Spring Island. This property has a 5/5 anchor Clean Marine ranking from the Georgia Strait Alliance, and we are looking for an environmentally conscious couple to help us maintain this beautiful property. The outstation consists of 11 acres with 4 cabins, 3 tent pads, a shower building, washrooms, a pavilion & member kitchen area, as well as a private 2 bedroom residence & workshop for the caretakers. The marina can moor up to 60+ vessels at one time, and is often full during open season from April to September. This position will require a couple with a strong independent work ethic, as around the clock maintenance and upkeep is needed.

Responsibilities include:

Maintenance of Docks & Infrastructure

Septic Tank & Gray Water Recycling System (monitoring & scheduled clean out)

Operation & Maintenance of Desalination Water System

Pool Maintenance & Operation

Spill response in case of oil/diesel/gasoline spill in water

Regular cleaning & upkeep of 4 Cabins, showers, washrooms, pavilion, & member kitchen

Gardening & Grounds-keeping (includes parking lot, tent pads & playground)

Garbage & Recycling

Maintenance & repairs of pump & emergency equipment

Member Relations, cabin bookings, check-in/out of cabins, assistance on call

Regular day to day maintenance

Assistance with capital upgrades

Off season moorage maintenance

Regular communication with the Marine Asset Manager

We are looking for someone with:

Extensive knowledge in pool maintenance

Basic electrical/plumbing/carpentry skills

Hospitality experience

A valid BC Driver’s license

Must either have, or receive training for (provided by RVYC):

Spill Response Certificate

1^st aid certificate

A Pleasure Craft Operators Card

Water Safe BC

WHMIS training

Benefits include:

A private 2 bedroom caretakers home, utilities included.

Caretaker workshop

Free wifi

Extensive benefits & RRSP package

Competitive wage package for each person

We are looking for a couple available to start May 2019, who has a strong work ethic, is environmentally conscious, friendly, self-motivated, and is able to work without direction as well as with members and volunteers. Must have a community spirit with the ability to cultivate professional relationships with members, trades, and neighbours to work towards an improved member experience and maintained relationship with the Salt Spring Island community. Only appropriate candidates will be contacted, and must be available to travel to Vancouver for an interview.m