What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lake Crew - Lake Weed Removal Experience Not Required - Detroit Lakes MN area Summer '25 position at Waterfront Restoration?
Do you love Minnesota lakes? Do you want to get a great workout everyday and get paid while doing it? Would you enjoy working on a team to help provide the highest quality lakeshore experience?
Well, we have the job for you! Join our team of SCUBA divers that jump in and clean out those annoying weeds. You'll get a great workout from the physically demanding job and get to be part of a great team. Plus you'll get to work on the lake all day!
We will help you obtain your PADI Open Water SCUBA certification!
Key Responsibilities:
- Work underwater and above water with a Dive Team of 2 – 6 SCUBA certified divers
- Efficiently and effectively perform by-the-root removal of lake weeds and other general labor along the lake shorlines
- Haul removed vegetation from lakeshore to trailer (Able to carry bags full of vegetation up to 80lbs)
Working Conditions:
- Love of working outdoors is essential and the willingness to work in bad weather conditions i.e. rain, high humidity and heat.
- Each day begins at our shop in Detroit Lakes, MN, you will travel together as a crew to each routed job, and conclude the day back at the shop. Approximately 60% of your time will be on the job site, and 40% will be spent on off job tasks such as weed disposal, gear cleaning, and driving
- Able to work longer days and overtime as needed
- This is a great job for high school and college students, and teachers!
- Includes general labor, working outdoors, lawncare, landscaping, diving, SCUBA diving, swimming, lakes, and can potentially qualify for internship credits.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Are you currently SCUBA Open Water Certified? If not, we can help you obtain certification.
- Our Lake weed removal season starts in mid to late May, depending on weather - Does starting in May or June work for your schedule?
- Removing lake weeds is a labor-intensive position, that requires working in the summer heat. Do you have experience with physically demanding work in the heat?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18
