Join Boater's World Marine Centers as a Boat Delivery Driver in Lake Placid, Florida!

Boater's World Marine Centers is seeking a dependable, safety-focused, and experienced Boat Delivery Driver to support transportation and delivery operations at our Lake Placid dealership.

This is a full-time position with a required Tuesday through Saturday work schedule. Employees in this position will have Sundays and Mondays off. Applicants must be available to work every scheduled Saturday.

The Boat Delivery Driver is responsible for safely transporting boats, trailers, and related equipment between dealership locations, customer destinations, marinas, and other designated locations. This position plays an important role in ensuring boats arrive safely, on schedule, and in excellent condition.

We're looking for someone who is confident towing and maneuvering boat trailers, understands proper loading and securing procedures, and can represent our dealership professionally when interacting with customers.

This is a hands-on, field-based position that requires strong driving skills, attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work independently while coordinating with dealership operations.

Previous experience towing boats, trailers, RVs, or other large equipment is strongly preferred.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Boat Transportation & Delivery

• Safely transport boats, trailers, and related marine equipment between dealership locations, customer destinations, marinas, and other designated sites.
• Operate company trucks and trailers in accordance with traffic laws, company procedures, and established safety standards.
• Ensure boats and trailers are properly secured and prepared for transportation before departing.
• Verify trailer connections, safety chains, lights, brakes, tires, and other transportation-related equipment.
• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip inspections to confirm safe operating conditions.
• Safely navigate highways, local roads, dealership properties, and marina environments while towing boats.
• Exercise caution when transporting large or oversized units and follow applicable transportation requirements.
• Coordinate delivery timing and transportation needs with dealership management.
• Protect boats, trailers, equipment, and customer property from damage during transportation and delivery.
• Report transportation concerns, equipment issues, accidents, or delays immediately to management.

Trailer Handling, Loading & Unloading

• Safely connect, disconnect, back, position, and maneuver boat trailers.
• Demonstrate the ability to back trailers into tight spaces, dealership storage areas, driveways, and marina environments.
• Assist with loading, unloading, launching, and retrieving boats as assigned.
• Properly secure boats and related equipment before transportation.
• Inspect trailers and towing equipment for visible damage, unsafe conditions, or maintenance concerns.
• Coordinate with dealership personnel to ensure proper boat handling and movement procedures are followed.
• Assist with staging boats and trailers for scheduled deliveries and transportation.
• Maintain awareness of surrounding vehicles, pedestrians, structures, and other potential hazards when maneuvering equipment.
• Ensure all transportation and handling activities are performed safely and professionally.

Customer Deliveries & Professional Representation

• Provide courteous, professional, and dependable service when interacting with customers.
• Represent Boater's World Marine Centers positively during customer deliveries and transportation activities.
• Communicate professionally regarding delivery timing, arrival information, and basic delivery-related questions.
• Coordinate with dealership personnel to ensure the appropriate boat, trailer, and documentation are prepared for delivery.
• Assist with basic delivery handoff procedures as directed by management.
• Notify the appropriate dealership personnel of customer questions or concerns requiring additional assistance.
• Maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude when representing the dealership.
• Help ensure customers receive their boats safely, efficiently, and in excellent condition.

Delivery Scheduling & Route Coordination

• Review assigned delivery schedules, transportation requests, and daily priorities.
• Plan efficient transportation routes while considering distance, road conditions, trailer requirements, and scheduled delivery times.
• Communicate proactively with management regarding delivery progress, delays, or scheduling concerns.
• Coordinate transportation activities with Sales, Service, and other dealership departments.
• Adjust routes and transportation priorities as directed to support dealership operations.
• Maintain accurate transportation records, delivery confirmations, and required documentation.
• Ensure assigned deliveries and transportation activities are completed within established expectations.
• Notify management promptly of any issues that may affect delivery schedules.

Company Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance

• Operate company trucks, trailers, and related equipment safely and responsibly.
• Conduct routine vehicle and trailer inspections before and after transportation assignments.
• Monitor vehicle and trailer conditions, including tires, lights, brakes, hitches, and safety equipment.
• Report mechanical issues, damage, or maintenance concerns promptly.
• Maintain company vehicles and equipment in a clean, organized, and professional condition.
• Follow company policies regarding vehicle use, fuel, maintenance, and transportation safety.
• Complete required vehicle inspection reports, transportation logs, and delivery documentation.
• Assist with maintaining safe and organized transportation equipment and storage areas.

Dealership Operations & Team Support

• Work closely with Sales, Service, Transportation, and other dealership personnel to coordinate boat movement and deliveries.
• Assist with moving and positioning boats and trailers throughout dealership property.
• Support incoming and outgoing inventory transportation as assigned.
• Help prepare boats and trailers for transportation and customer delivery.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and staging inventory when necessary.
• Communicate inventory damage, equipment concerns, or transportation issues to management.
• Support general dealership operations during periods between scheduled deliveries.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Perform additional transportation and dealership support responsibilities as assigned.

• Valid driver's license with a driving record that meets company requirements.
• Ability and willingness to work a full-time Tuesday through Saturday schedule, including every scheduled Saturday.
• Previous experience safely towing and maneuvering trailers.
• Ability to confidently back, park, and maneuver trailers in confined spaces.
• Knowledge of proper trailer connections, load securement, and safe towing procedures.
• Ability to safely operate trucks and trailers while transporting boats or other large equipment.
• Ability to perform basic vehicle and trailer safety inspections.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe transportation practices.
• Ability to follow delivery schedules, transportation instructions, and established procedures.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage assigned transportation responsibilities.
• Dependable attendance, punctuality, and a professional work ethic.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to perform physical activities associated with boat transportation, trailer handling, and loading or unloading.
• Ability to work full-time on-site in Lake Placid, Florida.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous professional experience transporting boats or marine equipment.
• Experience working as a Boat Delivery Driver, Marine Transport Driver, Equipment Delivery Driver, or similar position.
• Experience towing and maneuvering large boat trailers.
• Familiarity with boat launching, loading, and retrieval procedures.
• Previous experience working in a marine dealership, marina, boatyard, or related environment.
• Experience transporting RVs, equipment trailers, or other large recreational vehicles.
• Knowledge of marine transportation safety and proper boat securement.
• Experience operating trucks with various trailer configurations.
• Familiarity with dealership inventory transportation and customer delivery procedures.

Work Schedule

Tuesday – Saturday | Full-Time

Saturday availability is a requirement of this position. Candidates must be comfortable with a consistent Tuesday–Saturday schedule. Daily start and end times will be established by dealership management based on operational and delivery requirements.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who takes pride in safe driving, dependable service, and properly handling valuable boats and equipment.

The ideal candidate should be:

• Experienced and confident towing boats or large trailers.
• Comfortable backing and maneuvering trailers in tight spaces.
• Safety-conscious and attentive to vehicle and equipment conditions.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to completing scheduled deliveries.
• Professional and courteous when interacting with customers.
• Organized and capable of managing transportation assignments independently.
• Comfortable working outdoors and performing hands-on duties.
• Willing to assist with general dealership operations when not completing deliveries.
• Fully available to work Tuesday through Saturday.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Full-time position based in Lake Placid, Florida.
• Regular travel to customer destinations, marinas, and other dealership locations.
• Work is performed outdoors, on dealership property, and while operating company vehicles.
• Exposure to Florida weather conditions, including heat, humidity, rain, and sunlight.
• Ability to sit and drive for extended periods.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform physical activities associated with transportation and equipment handling.
• Ability to connect and disconnect trailers and safely secure boats and related equipment.
• Ability to assist with loading, unloading, and positioning boats and trailers.
• Ability to work around trucks, trailers, forklifts, boats, and other moving equipment.
• Must follow all company safety procedures and applicable transportation regulations.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Why Join Boater's World Marine Centers?

Boater's World Marine Centers is a growing marine dealership organization dedicated to providing customers with quality boats, professional service, and an exceptional boating experience.

As a Boat Delivery Driver at our Lake Placid dealership, you'll play an important role in ensuring boats are transported safely, deliveries are completed on schedule, and customers receive their purchases in excellent condition.

This is an opportunity to work in a hands-on position, spend time outside the dealership, and contribute directly to daily operations and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Employee discounts.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.

Apply Today

If you have experience towing trailers, take pride in safe transportation, and enjoy working in a hands-on marine dealership environment, we'd like to hear from you!

Apply today to join Boater's World Marine Centers as our next Boat Delivery Driver in Lake Placid, Florida!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Boater's World Marine Centers is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.