Position: Dockhand (3 Open Positions) Full-Time Seasonal Location: Tobermory Terminal Posting Date: March 21, 2023 Posting Closes: Open till filled Applications are reviewed daily, and contact made with qualified applicants begins immediately. Start Date: Apr 24 \xe2\x80\x93 Oct 15, 2023 Rotation: 40 hrs. per week Unionized: Yes / Seafarers International Union Wages: $19.72-$21.61 per hour Apply To: cheri.hofstrand@ontarioferries.com Reports To: Manager, Terminal Operations The Owen Sound Transportation Company is seeking a hardworking individual(s) to fill the role of Dockhand at the Tobermory Terminal. Successful candidates are experienced working in a busy, safety-sensitive environment, are effectively working as part of a team, are physically fit, and are available able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. JOB DUTIES:

• Maintaining safe and clean access to and from the vessel for passengers and vehicles to the terminal and property.
• General maintenance tasks to the terminal, equipment, and grounds.
• Maintaining strict compliance with all safety regulations regarding procedures and equipment as outlined in company policies and procedures.
• Receive traffic, measure, tag, and complete necessary forms for processing.
• Marshaling vehicles in loading and standby zones as instructed by the Ticket Agent.
• Assisting and directing passengers during loading and unloading, including those who may require extra assistance as directed.
• Securing and casting off the vessel as directed.
• Engaging/disengaging the passenger ramp and raising/lowering the vehicle transfer bridge as directed.
• Perform daily, weekly, or monthly checks of the terminal or equipment as directed.
• Perform lawn and landscaping maintenance.
• Participate in drills, emergency response plan duties, and oil response duties as directed.
• Perform any other duty as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to work weekends.
• Lift and pack merchandise up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to see 100\xe2\x80\x99 with good depth perception for catching heavy rope lines.
• Pull heavy cables up to 50 feet.
• Stand consistently for 2 hours.
• Walk long distances (500 meters)
• Able to climb a flight of stairs.
• Ability to climb a 12\xe2\x80\x99 ladder.
• Able to read 12 pt font on manifests.
• Fast-paced environment.
• Able to work in all weather conditions and temperatures.
• Able to work overtime, as required.
• Able to hear and respond on two-way radios.

Safety Sensitive Environment

• Zero tolerance for drugs or alcohol
• Personal Protective Equipment (boots, pants, eye, and ear protective wear)

This is a full-time, seasonal unionized position with a competitive hourly wage and benefits package. If you are experienced in a busy, safe and customer service-oriented environment, we encourage you to apply. To apply, please submit a resume and a cover letter to cheri.holstrand@ontarioferries.com. We will review all applicants daily and contact qualified candidates effective immediately. We appreciate all applications, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We are committed to the principle of fair representation of individuals from the four designated groups as defined by the Employment Equity Act. We encourage qualified women, indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply for our positions. Job Type: Full-time Salary: $19.72-$21.61 per hour Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Tobermory, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person