Please consider passing this information on to possible job seekers in the Lake Vermilion area this summer:

Summer Job Opportunity

Watercraft Inspectors Needed!

The North St Louis Soil & Water Conservation District will be hiring up to 18 Watercraft Inspectors to assist in the areas Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) prevention program during the summer of 2026

Position Title: Aquatic Invasive Species Watercraft Inspector (Level 1 & 2)
Position Status: Seasonal
Duration: May – September/October (Flexible)
Starting Pay: $16.25 per hour (Level 1 Inspector) / $17.25 per hour (Level 2 Inspector)

Hours: Flexible, 40 hours max per week (average 16-32 hrs/week) Primarily working weekends and holidays

Position Roles:

  • Inspect watercraft entering and exiting lakes around areas of Northern St. Louis County
  • Teach watercraft users how to self-inspect their watercraft
  • Utilize tablets to conduct and record survey information
  • Educate the public about aquatic invasive species and issues they create
  • Distribute information and promotional materials to watercraft users
  • Conduct watercraft decontaminations using hot high-pressure water (level 2 inspectors only)

    Qualifications:

    Minimum:

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Valid Class D drivers license and reliable transportation
  • Ability to complete MNDNR Watercraft Inspector trainings
  • Ability to travel to various water accesses around North St. Louis County
  • Must be willing to work outside in various weather
  • Available to primarily work weekends and holidays starting May 2026

    Desired:

  • Prior watercraft inspection and decontamination experience
  • Enthusiasm for outdoor recreation and lake ecosystem health
  • Prior education and/or customer service experience
  • Knowledge of Minnesota AIS rules/laws and the ecological impacts of AIS

    HURRY, LIMITED POSITIONS AVAILABLE!

    Apply Online or Stop By The Always There Staffing Office Before May 22nd

www.alwaystherestaffing.com (Search for Watercraft Inspector)

Always There Staffing Office 3131 1st Ave. / Hibbing, MN Call: 218-440-1022

Questions? Please contact:
Jon Utecht
NSL SWCD AIS Program Coordinator jon@nslswcd.org 218-288-6142

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