Our Jobs
For decades, Bearskin Lodge has been considered one of the best employers in our area. Consequently, employees are generally happy here and tend to stay a few years. We do occasionally hire seasonal employees as needed, so you are welcome to also apply on a seasonal basis.
We try to be fair, respectful, and kind employers. Hours will always be scheduled sometime between 7:30 AM - 6 PM; if you work more than 40 hours, you will be paid overtime wages. You will always have two days off during a pay week, and we try to schedule you with two consecutive days off.
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Our resort guests rely on this employee to help them solve daily maintenance and boat problems. This person regularly checks that heat and water are working in every cabin, that light bulbs and smoke/CO detectors are functioning, and makes sure that our guests are warm and safe. Ability to make small repairs, do occasional vehicle maintenance, and independently solve problems to keep our resort world functioning is very helpful. Everyone at Bearskin cleans cabins when needed, and everyone at Bearskin puts in occasional stints at the front desk, but most of your time in this job will be working independently outside. In the summer, these outdoor tasks include grass mowing and trimming, dock maintenance, canoe rentals and cleaning, caring for outfitting gear, boat maintenance and rentals, and campground care. In the winter, the job includes snow-plowing and snow-blowing, firewood stacking, shoveling, car-starting and miscellaneous winter tasks, in addition to all the other ways this employee helps out. Lots of lifting in this job–you need a strong, healthy back to do it.
Start date and starting wage negotiable. We provide frequent bonuses and raises for long-term employees.
Maintenance skills a big plus for this job, but if you have an aptitude for these skills then we can teach you.
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Live on the edge of the BWCA with someone you enjoy, and experience outdoor adventures together.
This is the job that has introduced so many young couples to Grand Marais and given many the foothold that allowed them to begin or buy their Cook County business, or start their permanent "up north" life. We need two people, who will fill two of our advertised jobs perfectly. Housing is a slightly rustic cabin on the lake, with a great lake view. Ideal job candidates who are high energy self-starters are willing to stay awhile and are able to fill the maintenance and housekeeping/front desk positions. Potential management roles in the future for the right people. We try to give couples days off together and similar work hours, although we can't promise it will always work out. This is the dream couples job for the right people. Let's talk and find out if you're the right fit.
Starting wage and start date are negotiable. We provide regular bonuses and raises for long-term employees.
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Skills needed: Attention to detail, a good work ethic, a friendly nature, and a willingness to tackle every job, outdoors or indoors. Good communication skills essential. You’ll have your own small lakeside apartment, with access to canoes, skis, and snowshoes. Wages negotiable, depending on experience. This employee could eventually join our permanent staff, if you are a successful fit for working here. Health insurance and dental insurance benefits are available to our permanent employees. We are always interested in finding a person who has previous experience with housekeeping and can help manage and direct the complicated organizational flow of daily housekeeping tasks.
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Seasonal options. Most of our jobs are available on seasonal basis, especially if we don't find the right permanent people to fill the positions. Preference given to people applicants with long availability dates and no need for mid-summer vacation breaks.
Skills needed: All the same skills required for each full time position. Attention to detail, a good work ethic, a friendly nature, and a willingness to tackle every job, outdoors or indoors. Good communication skills essential. You’ll have your own small lakeside apartment, with access to canoes, skis, and snowshoes. Wages negotiable, depending on experience. We are always interested in finding a person who has previous experience with housekeeping and can help manage and direct the complicated organizational flow of daily housekeeping tasks.
How to Apply
Follow the Apply Now link below to read more about our available jobs.
The application is linked to the employment page. We appreciate a completed application, a cover letter explaining why you are the perfect candidate for the job.