Crew Leader – Dock Service

Hutten & Co. Land and Shore

Owen Sound, ON

$27–$45+/hour, based on experience

Connect with the water.

You understand what it takes to run a job — from labour and materials to timelines and margins.
You hold the line on safety, quality, and productivity.
And you lead from the front when conditions get tough.

As a Crew Leader – Dock Service, you are responsible for planning, executing, and delivering dock service projects to Hutten standards. You lead a crew of 2–5 team members, develop emerging leaders, manage safety and performance, and ensure every project is completed efficiently, professionally, and to specification.

This role combines physical execution with full leadership ownership on the water.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Planning & Execution

• Plan labour, equipment, materials, and scheduling to ensure jobs are completed on time and within estimated hours
• Supervise, coordinate, and schedule the daily activities of a 2–5 person dock crew
• Delegate tasks clearly and hold crew members accountable to results
• Meet with subcontractors and oversee quality, efficiency, and deadlines
• Read and interpret layout diagrams, technical drawings, and specifications
• Work alongside your crew as a lead service technician in varying weather and water conditions

Leadership & Mentorship

• Model professionalism, integrity, and positive company culture
• Mentor, train, and onboard new team members
• Complete performance reviews and support crew development
• Refine and implement divisional best practices and performance standards
• Communicate clearly and professionally with customers
• Demonstrate shoreline stewardship using environmental best practices

Safety, Organization & Equipment Care

• Manage safety, quality, and productivity across all assigned job sites
• Ensure compliance with company and government PPE standards
• Maintain and enforce cleanliness and organization of trucks, trailers, equipment, and job sites
• Ensure daily preventative maintenance of tools and equipment

Project Reporting & Accountability

• Complete and submit required daily logs, site meeting records, planning reports, equipment inspections, attendance tracking, and billing summaries

• Monitor estimated vs. actual job hours and manage performance accordingly

What Success Looks Like

• Projects completed on time and within estimated hours

• Zero lost-time injuries

• High customer satisfaction and repeat business

• A trained, accountable, and improving crew

• Clean, organized job sites and equipment

• Strong divisional performance and consistent leadership

Who This Role Is Perfect For

• You value the Hutten philosophy and lead by example

• You are service-focused and team-oriented

• You are detail-oriented, organized, and goal-driven

• You confidently mentor others and hold them accountable

• You can multitask and problem solve under pressure

• You are highly skilled as a dock and boat lift installer

• You are competent with all required tools and equipment

• You are comfortable using a smartphone for communication and reporting

• You can accurately track crew hours and materials daily

• You have a valid driver’s license and clean record

• You’re prepared to work in waves, wind, cold, and deep water (dry suits provided)

• You can handle difficult shoreline access and steep terrain

The Seasonality

Dock Service peaks in spring and early fall. During mid-summer and late fall, there may be opportunities to contribute to other departments depending on workload and company needs.

Why Hutten & Co.?

You’ll work on award-winning land and shore projects throughout Tobermory, Lion’s Head, Wiarton, Port Elgin, Sauble Beach, Georgian Bluffs, Meaford, and Markdale — all while living in Ontario’s recreational hub.

• Strong coaching and leadership development

• Open book management

• Monthly team events — BBQs, family parties, breakfast updates, games, and seasonal celebrations — designed to celebrate hard work and bring the team together.

• A high-performance, growth-focused culture

• Real opportunity to grow within the company and shape the Dock Service department

Apply today and join the Hutten & Co. Dock Service Team.