Job Description
Errington's Wilderness Island Resort situated in the Chapleau Game Preserve, North of Wawa on Wabatongushi Lake in Northern Ontario is looking for a Dockhand/Maintenance person for our 2026 tourist season. We are a fishing and nature, family-run resort offering great fishing, birding and wildlife viewing to groups and families. 80% of guests are repeat clientele and we are highly rated on travel websites for our quality of vacation and outstanding customer service. Successful staff have described their time at the resort as being one of their more memorable and enjoyable work settings due to staff and guest interactions and the natural beauty of the resort environment.
Start Date: May 2026 to End September 2026
Salary $17.75/hour ($3600-$3800/month), approx 45-50 hours/week. On-site accommodations; details provided during the selection process, including separate rooms, meals, use of boats, canoes, kayaks, internet
Job Description
Duties include but are not limited to:
Service guests using watercraft, provide bait, process/filet fish
Clean and prepare boats for guest use
Maintain dock and watercraft
Unload and load guests' luggage and gear
Shore lunch Preparation
Guide Service based on ability
General Maintenance of outboards and small engines
Advise guests on fishing, nature, and wildlife viewing
Other resort duties as required including outdoor maintenance & carpentry
Record keeping skills for sale/purchase of bait and receipt of goods at the dock
Knowledge of flora/fauna an asset for guest education
Qualifications:
Familiarity with small outboard motors and small engines and mechanics is an asset
Interested and enthusiastic about nature and outdoors
Interest, knowledge and enthusiasm for fishing, especially Pickerel (Walleye), Northern Pike, Perch & Whitefish. Dock duties include fish processing, giving advice to guests and the resort offers guiding to guests which may become part of the applicant's job based on ability.
Must be able to work well within a team setting.
Must be able to work efficiently and multi-task
Ability to live in a remote setting
Good communication and interpersonal skills with co-workers and guests
Must have a keen interest in this type of employment. Our staff acts as ambassadors for the resort to ensure a memorable and exceptional vacation for our guests, which in turn promotes return visits to the resort. The dockhand position allows for the greatest exposure to meet the majority of guests
Certificates and Licences
Pleasure Craft Operating Card (Boater's Licence)
WHMIS
Application process:
Please include a cover letter expressing interest in this type of employment with a resume and references to the email address provided
Students returning to school in September will also be considered for this position
Start Date: May 2026 to End September 2026
Salary $17.75/hour ($3600-$3800/month), approx 45-50 hours/week. On-site accommodations; details provided during the selection process, including separate rooms, meals, use of boats, canoes, kayaks, internet
Job Description
Duties include but are not limited to:
Service guests using watercraft, provide bait, process/filet fish
Clean and prepare boats for guest use
Maintain dock and watercraft
Unload and load guests' luggage and gear
Shore lunch Preparation
Guide Service based on ability
General Maintenance of outboards and small engines
Advise guests on fishing, nature, and wildlife viewing
Other resort duties as required including outdoor maintenance & carpentry
Record keeping skills for sale/purchase of bait and receipt of goods at the dock
Knowledge of flora/fauna an asset for guest education
Qualifications:
Familiarity with small outboard motors and small engines and mechanics is an asset
Interested and enthusiastic about nature and outdoors
Interest, knowledge and enthusiasm for fishing, especially Pickerel (Walleye), Northern Pike, Perch & Whitefish. Dock duties include fish processing, giving advice to guests and the resort offers guiding to guests which may become part of the applicant's job based on ability.
Must be able to work well within a team setting.
Must be able to work efficiently and multi-task
Ability to live in a remote setting
Good communication and interpersonal skills with co-workers and guests
Must have a keen interest in this type of employment. Our staff acts as ambassadors for the resort to ensure a memorable and exceptional vacation for our guests, which in turn promotes return visits to the resort. The dockhand position allows for the greatest exposure to meet the majority of guests
Certificates and Licences
Pleasure Craft Operating Card (Boater's Licence)
WHMIS
Application process:
Please include a cover letter expressing interest in this type of employment with a resume and references to the email address provided
Students returning to school in September will also be considered for this position
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Dockhand/Maintenance for Fly In Fishing/Wilderness Resort in Northern Ontario position is now open for candidates interested in the Labour/Helper Jobs sector. This role in Wawa offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Labour/Helper Jobs is a plus.
