Location: Navy Pier Marina – Chicago, IL

Position Type: Seasonal / Overnight Shift

Season: April 1 – October 31

Schedule: Overnight shifts (typically 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM)

Join the Team at Chicago’s Premier Marina

Navy Pier Marina is located in the heart of downtown Chicago on Lake Michigan, offering boaters front-row access to the city skyline, Navy Pier attractions, fireworks, and the best of Chicago’s lakefront.

We are seeking a responsible, dependable Overnight Marina Attendant to help ensure the safety, security, and smooth overnight operation of the marina. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working around the water, takes pride in responsibility, and can work independently while representing the marina with professionalism.

Position Overview

The Overnight Marina Attendant is responsible for monitoring marina activity during overnight hours, assisting late-arriving boaters, maintaining dock safety, and ensuring marina facilities remain secure and clean. The attendant serves as the primary on-site representative of the marina overnight.

Key Responsibilities

Marina Monitoring & Safety

Monitor docks, gates, and marina facilities overnight
Conduct periodic patrols of docks and marina property
Ensure dock gates and access points remain secure
Monitor for safety hazards, weather impacts, or unusual activity
Report incidents, maintenance issues, or emergencies to management
Communicate with Navy Pier Security

Boater Assistance

Assist late arrivals and transient boaters with docking
Provide professional customer service to marina guests
Answer basic questions about marina amenities and pier access

Dock Operations

Ensure power pedestals and dock equipment are functioning properly
Monitor vessel activity and dock conditions
Assist with line handling when needed
Maintain safe and orderly dock areas

Facility Care

Keep docks and marina areas clean and orderly
Monitor restrooms and facilities during overnight hours
Report maintenance issues or supply needs

Communication

Maintain overnight activity logs
Communicate important updates to morning staff
Coordinate with marina management when needed

Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age or older
Reliable and able to work overnight shifts
Comfortable working outdoors and around water
Ability to work independently and responsibly
Strong customer service skills
Basic boating knowledge preferred but not required
Ability to lift 40 lbs
Ability to walk docks and marina property throughout shift

Preferred Experience

Marina, boating, or waterfront experience
Security, hospitality, or night shift experience
Dock handling or boating knowledge
Customer service experience

What Makes This Job Unique

Working overnight at Navy Pier Marina offers a unique opportunity to experience Chicago’s waterfront after hours while being part of one of the most exciting boating destinations on Lake Michigan.

Benefits include:

Working in the heart of downtown Chicago
Front-row views of the skyline and lakefront
Fun marina team environment
Opportunity to gain boating and marina operations experience

Compensation

Competitive hourly pay
Seasonal marina team environment
Opportunities for returning seasonal employment

Compensation: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Navy Pier Marina

The concept of a marina at Navy Pier was born decades ago by avid boaters. Perfected in 2016 as the preeminent transient marina on the Great Lakes, Navy Pier Marina was envisioned by the project developer Randy Podolsky, a born-and-raised Chicago entrepreneur, avid boater, and proud member of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. He conceived this project out of burning desire for a convenient and well-located Chicago boating destination that could offer boaters short-term, transient docking as well as convenient access to dining, lodging, and entertainment. Navy Pier Marina offers it all.

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