Dockhand

Now Hiring: Summer Dockhands — Nautical Boat Club - Kemah

Nautical Boat Club® is a premier Boating Country Club® franchise located at the Kemah Boardwalk — and we're just getting started. We're a young, tight-knit operation with big ambitions and real room for the right people to grow with us from the ground up. We're currently seeking energetic, dependable Dockhands to join our summer team. If you love being on the water, working outdoors, and helping people enjoy unforgettable boating experiences, this could be the perfect job for you.

This position is ideal for anyone looking to log hours toward a USCG Captain's License — and for those with bigger goals, the path to leadership here is short. We're the kind of place where a motivated person can go from dockhand to dock manager in a single season. If you're interested in eventually running marina operations, managing a fleet, or stepping into a captaining role somewhere down the road, we want to help you build that resume.

Pay is based on experience and how much responsibility you want to take on — the ceiling is yours to set.

What You'll Do

As a Dockhand, you'll be part of the front line that keeps our club running smoothly. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Preparing boats for member use and checking boats in/out
• Washing and detailing boats daily to keep the fleet in top condition
• Assisting members with loading/unloading gear
• Safely docking, undocking, and maneuvering boats in tight quarters
• Performing light maintenance and reporting mechanical issues
• Keeping the dock area clean, organized, and safe
• Delivering exceptional customer service with a friendly, helpful attitude

Bonus Points If You're Into Content Creation

We're actively building our brand and would love a team member who has an eye for good content. If you enjoy shooting short videos, capturing drone footage, or helping create the kind of clips that make people say "I want to do that" — there's a real role for that here. Member testimonials, on-the-water moments, behind-the-scenes dock life — if you've got the interest or the skills, we want to hear about it.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for team members who are:

• Outgoing and friendly with great communication skills
• Self-starters who want to take ownership, not just punch a clock
• Responsible and able to follow safety procedures and instructions
• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors 6–10 hours per shift
• Boating-savvy — prior experience driving boats or working around marinas is a big plus
• Reliable and able to work weekends and summer holidays
• Able to swim confidently (required)Schedule & Pay
• Job Types: Part-time | Seasonal | Temporary
• Shifts Available: Morning & afternoon, weekdays & weekends
• Pay: $10.00–$18.00/hr (based on experience) tips
• Start Date: Early June 2026

Why Work With Us?

• Work outdoors on the water all summer at the Kemah Boardwalk
• Join a small, growing team where your contributions actually matter
• Fast track to leadership — we promote from within and we mean it
• Build real marine industry experience: fleet ops, member service, dock management
• Gain boating hours toward a USCG Captain's License
• Be part of something being built, not just maintained

To Apply:

Submit a resume and tell us a bit about yourself — especially any boating experience, mechanical skills, content creation interests, or customer service background. We'd love to know where you want to be in a few years, too.

Email us at kemah@nauticalboatclub.com or text us at 281-900-9238.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Valid driver's license (required)
• Ability to swim & lift up to 50lbs repeatedly (required)
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather

Job Types: Seasonal Part-time, potentially Full-time

Work Location: In person, Kemah Boardwalk

Pay: $10.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Salary : $10 - $18