Student Dock Hand
Houseboat Adventures Inc.
Houseboat Adventures is a long-established seasonal tourism company located on the downtown Kenora waterfront in Northwestern Ontario, specializing in houseboat vacations on beautiful Lake of the Woods.
Job Description
Looking for an active summer position on the waterfront instead of being stuck indoors?
Join the Houseboat Adventures team this summer and help keep our docks, boats, and daily waterfront operations running smoothly. This is a hands-on, active position ideal for someone who enjoys physical work, variety, and working outdoors.
Daytime shifts only — no evenings required.
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting with docking and securing boats
- Cleaning and maintaining fishing boats and houseboat decks
- Refilling water tanks and assisting with pump-outs
- General dock and waterfront maintenance tasks
- Supporting daily dock operations
What we offer:
- Waterfront work environment with fresh air and lake views
- Stay active and keep in shape throughout the summer
- Daytime shifts only — no evenings required
- Friendly, team-oriented atmosphere
- Paid training provided
- Wage increases and bonuses based on performance and reliability
- Opportunity for additional hours during peak periods
Schedule:
- Fridays, Saturdays, Mondays, and Tuesdays
- Approximately 24 hours weekly with strong potential for more
- Seasonal position from May through end of August
- We can work with some student schedules through June, including after school and Saturdays
Qualifications:
- Enjoys being outdoors and staying active
- Likes hands-on work and variety
- Works well independently and with a team
- Dependable, organized, and positive attitude
- Pleasure Craft Operator Card required for boat operation tasks
- Comfortable working around water and docks
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00-$23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kenora, ON P9N 1T2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
