Summer '26: Fishing Guide, Dockhand, Grounds Crew @ Orvis Resort

3 days ago

Kenora District, Canada HAWK LAKE LODGE Full time $18,000 - $22,000 per year

Fish all summer long at Hawk Lake Lodge (30 minutes east of Kenora, Ontario)

Employment Type: Seasonal, Full Time Approximate Dates: May 5 - Sept 5, 2026

Hawk Lake Lodge is an Orvis endorsed 5-star Fishing Resort that provides guest with an all- inclusive American plan.

We are collecting applications for full-time fishing guides, and dockhands/maintenance workers to join our team. Hawk Lake Lodge has 15-30 guests per day, with average guest stay of 5-7 days per trip. We are committed to offering a warm, friendly work environment with a strong team culture.

Visit our webpage at www.Hawk- and see our customer reviews at

Skills:

  • Experience in construction, outboard engine repair, boat maintenance, plumbing, or general maintenance or related type work.
  • Passion for fishing Fly-fishing and previous guiding experiences a plus.
  • Physically able to lift and service boat motors, split wood, hike trails to service out-lakes etc.
  • Interpersonal and communication skills a must.
  • Must be Canadian Citizen or have immediate authorization to work in Canada.
  • Must be able to pass a background check.

Multiple positions available, working as a team with the dockhands and guides.

First 3 weeks are spent opening the lodge, and on the water training as there is a lot of water to explore. Once guests arrive, depending on your role, you would work at the dock helping guests at the dock and preparing and maintaining the boats and doing projects and grounds maintenance, and for fishing guides you will be working as an Orvis fishing guide . Working an average of 45-50 hours over 6 days each week.

p.s. Housekeeping/Dishwasher/Sandwich artist positions also availble.

Benefits:

  • Pay is $18 - $22/hr based on experince and position for 45-50hrs a week.
  • Tip-sharing pool paid out at the end of the season (upwards of $7000-$9000 per person depending on role and time worked)
  • Free onsite accommodations (nice sized private bedroom, shared bathrooms)
  • Meals included and free use of laundry
  • Free high speed wi-fi
  • Free use of shared staff boats and gas. We encourage you to fish A LOT during your off time
  • Teamwork – great job for a people person

To apply:

  1. Apply with your resume. There may be multiple postings for Hawk Lake Lodge - you only need to apply to a single posting to be considered.

  2. Candidates that are being considered will receive and email on this indeed platform with basic questions to complete and submit.

Learn more about us at www.Hawk-

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Contract

Contract length: 3 months

Pay: $18.00-$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Discounted or free food
  • On-site gym
  • On-site parking
  • Store discount

Application question(s):

  • Briefly share what about this position interest you the most?

Experience:

  • boat handling (outboard motor): 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

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