Dockmaster (Summer Seasonal Position)

THE ROYAL CANADIAN YACTH CLUB:

Join the prestigious Royal Canadian Yacht Club (RCYC), as a year-round establishment operating from both our Island and City Clubhouses, located at St George and Bloor in downtown Toronto, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service across all facets of our operations, including Food and Beverage, Fitness, Sports, and Sailing facilities.


JOB SUMMARY:

The Dockmaster is responsible for maintaining a safe, clean environment for Members, guests, and visitors. This is an outdoor position with a key role in undertaking routine cleaning, upkeep, and maintenance of club boats and assets. The incumbent must demonstrate a positive attitude and the willingness to assist club staff in a variety of supporting tasks.

Essential Duties Responsibilities:
Receive and forward requests from Members regarding their vessel, dock, and service issues.
Assist Membership and Guests in locating and tying up in allocated slips.
Daily inspection of docks, lockers, and dry sail areas.
Routine cleaning of docks and Fleet assets.
Cleaning and maintenance of club support boats, Ideal 18 and Sonar fleets.
Other duties as specified by the Director of Fleet and Fleet Operations Manager.
Requirements Qualifications:
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Highly motivated and works well with little supervision.
Strong organizational skills, with attention to detail.
Ability to work well within a team environment.
Boating experience preferred but not required.
Must effectively manage stressful situations and maintain professional composure, while effectively and calmly addressing challenges.

COMPENSATION:
Hourly wage: $20.

HOURS OF WORK LOCATION:

This is a seasonal, full-time position, commencing within the first week of May and terminating on October 4, 2025.
Must be able to work weekdays, weekends and public holidays, as well as various shifts (days evenings).
Able to work at RCYC’s Island Clubhouse facility, located on the Toronto Islands.
Accessible via our private Club launch at 150 Cherry St. with free parking and accessible via public transit.
Alternate transportation option: Free water taxi service offered to and from Yonge St. and Queens Quay.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This job requires prolonged periods of standing and walking outside throughout the Island. Lifting and carrying objects up to 50 pounds, as well as frequent bending, are also required.

ACCOMODATION:
The RCYC is committed to fair and equitable recruiting practices in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA). Persons with disabilities are encouraged to come forward at any stage of the recruitment process to request accommodations, if needed. Members of our team will consult and create processes that provide individuals with disabilities the best possible recruitment experience. Read more