About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Eglin Outdoor Recreation - Ben's Lake Marina. This is a NAF (Non-Appropriated Fund) position assigned to the 96th Force Support Squadron at Eglin AFB Florida. Position is Flexible with no guaranteed hours but may be scheduled to work up to 40 hours per week and schedule tour of duty may include nights, weekends and holidays.
The purpose of the position is to perform as a marina forklift operator to lift, lower, and transport watercraft at Ben's Lake Marina. Operates 67K lb/33.5-ton. diesel powered marina forklift capable of lifting loads weighing 22K pounds up to 40 feet (or 4 stories) and down 4 feet below surface-level to place craft in water. Operates lift inside dry dock storage building and outside, to and from marina boat storage areas and the boat launch/recovery area.
The operator follows oral or written instructions using judgement concerning when, how and where loads are to be moved and placed, adjusting forks both horizontally and vertically for positioning of the watercraft while lifting the boat to and from the racks or in the water. Safely handles loads, values which normally exceed $75K each; ensures appropriate weight and size of load in order to safely gauge requirements for lifting, transporting and storing craft.
Drives carefully to avoid injuring others or damaging equipment and property over uneven terrain. Performs regular and required operator maintenance, such as checking and maintaining proper fluid levels, checking and maintaining proper tire air pressures, removing and replacing tires, lubricating as required, cleaning and washing, spot painting, rust removal and replacing minor parts such as headlights and fuses.
Monitors inside and outside facilities for storage of boats to ensure safe and secure premises. Repairs boat storage racks with new covers and replaces wood on racks when required. Using knowledge of boat materials and system of units for weight, adjusts racks to fit individual boats. Works with the Marina Manager to ensure storage is utilized for maximum use of space based on the size of boat, rack location and overall facility usage.
Maintains routine records such as boat storage inventories, daily work logs and operator's daily opening/closing procedural checklist. Conducts daily and weekly routine fuel system inspections of gasoline storage tanks, pumps, lines, nozzles and hoses for possible leaks; reports any discrepancies to base Civil Engineering, Liquid Fuels Shop immediately. Pressure washes marina areas and cleans work and customer areas as needed. Cuts/trims grass as needed within the marina.
Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13094103
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program.
It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
This position is with Air Force Materiel Command, Department of the Air Force.
The posted pay range is $25.14 – $25.14/hr.
Applications close on 2026-10-30.
This is a No guaranteed hours but could work up to 40 hours per week. position.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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