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NCCD – Marine and Land Based Heavy Equipment Operator

Kent Conservation District
Rehoboth Beach, DE Full Time
POSTED ON 9/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/26/2027

This is not a merit position. This is a position with the New Castle Conservation District.
Title: Marine and Land Based Heavy Equipment Operator
Program: DNREC – Division of Parks and Recreation
Location: Rehoboth Beach, DE

Closing Date: Until Filled
Point of Contact: Jamie L. Willey, MBA (see below)

NEW CASTLE CONSERVATION DISTRICT
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

MARINE AND LAND BASED HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Location: DNREC- Division of Parks and Recreation Deadline: Until Filled
Indian River Marina Salary: $39,874.00

39415 Inlet Road
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

This is not a State of Delaware merit position. It is a one-year contractual position with
the opportunity to work long term.

The New Castle Conservation District (NCCD), a governmental subdivision of the State of
Delaware, is seeking applicants for the contractual services position of Marine and Land
Based Heavy Equipment Operator with the Delaware Department of Natural Resources
and Environmental Control (DNREC), Division of Parks and Recreation – Indian River
Marina.


JOB SUMMARY

The selected candidate will be responsible for moving privately owned boats in and out of
the water and around the boat yard at the Indian River Marina, in support of the dry-stack
storage operation and general marina operations.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential functions are fundamental, core functions and are not intended
to be an exhaustive list of all job duties.


  • Performs maintenance and repairs in a variety of labor/trade fields such as
plumbing, carpentry, painting, welding, construction, and grounds maintenance;
and assists higher level personnel on large scale projects.
  • Operates marine, land-based and vessel moving equipment, which may include
boat hauling and blocking, boat cleaning and bottom paint preparation and
application, maintaining the boat yard, and other aspects of the marina operations.
  • Maintains and repairs a variety of equipment/vehicles for marine operations and
park-related projects. This includes daily inspections of all heavy equipment
located at Indian River Marina to ensure the safe movement of all types of marine
vessels.
  • Provides information to the public as requested or responds to inquiries regarding
agency initiatives/programs.
  • Monitor vessels in times of inclement weather.
  • Maintains records of launches and updates records inventory and activity logs.
  • Ensures the safe usage of state owned, managed, and/or maintained grounds and

facilities by the public.



JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. Three years' experience, preferred in operating and maintaining motor vehicles,
Marine 50-ton Travel Lift, Marine 24,000lb Forklift, use of arial Manlift, 10,000 lb
forklift, hydraulic jackstands, threaded stationary stands, and snow removal
equipment.

2. Six months’ experience in performing a variety of groundskeeping, mechanical,
and building maintenance trades work.

3. Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training,
training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing
the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning,
reviewing, and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate
supervisors a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees.

4. Possession of a valid Driver's License is required (not suspended, revoked,
cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

5. Possession of a valid Delaware CDL Class A or B Driver's License is preferred (not
suspended, revoked, cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

1. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The
Conservation District participates in the Federal E-Verify system to confirm you are
authorized to work in the U.S. The Conservation District shall require verification of
identity, validating you are lawfully permitted to work in the United States beyond a
temporary period without employment-based sponsorship.

2. The Conservation District does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1B Visas.
3. Direct Deposit of paychecks is required of all new employees.

4. Possession of a valid Driver’s License is required (not suspended, revoked,
cancelled, or disqualified from driving.)

5. Criminal Background Check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required
as a condition of hire. The applicant may be required to pay for the criminal
background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

BENEFITS

The New Castle Conservation District offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
37.5-hour work week, 9.5 hours per month of accrued vacation leave and 9.5 hours per
month of accrued sick leave (prorated the first month of employment), and 12 paid
holidays per year (holidays and floating holidays follow the State of Delaware schedule.)
Health insurance and 401(k) are also included in the benefits package.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the
application and employment process. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service at
(800) 232-5460 for assistance. Call (302) 739-5458 if you need assistance with an
accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant
support.

The New Castle Conservation District is an equal opportunity employer and

values a diverse workforce.

TO APPLY

Please email 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, and 3) New Castle Conservation District
Employment Application to:

Jamie L. Willey, MBA

DNREC District HR Manager

Jamie.L.Willey@delaware.gov

(302) 608-5478

New Castle Employment Application may be downloaded from the Kent Conservation
District Job Opportunities website: KCD Website

Employment Application must be signed by the applicant to be valid. Electronic signature
is acceptable.

2026 NCCD Marine and Land Based HEO – SepDownload

Required Items: Applicants will not be considered if a Cover Letter, Personal Resume, and completed Kent Conservation District Employment Application Form are not received by the posted closing date for this position.

To apply, please email all required items to: Jamie.L.Willey@delaware.gov

Job Type: Contractual
Job Location: Rehoboth Beach

Salary : $39,874

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