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Marine Detailer | Boat Handler 

$18.00-$25.00 per Hour
Full-Time | Year-Round | Long Lake, MN (Lake Minnetonka)

Turn Your Passion for Boating into a Career

If you'd rather be at the lake than behind a desk, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

River Valley Marine is hiring a Marine Detailer / Boat Handler to join our team in Long Lake. This is a hands-on, year-round position where you'll work around premium pontoons, fishing boats, surf boats, wake boats, and luxury marine equipment every day.

Whether you've worked in boat detailing, marina operations, automotive detailing, powersports, landscaping, trailer handling, towing, or outdoor labor, we're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys staying active, and wants to build a long-term career in the marine industry.

Compensation

• $18.00-$25.00 per hour
• Starting pay based on experience
• Full-time, year-round employment
• Career advancement opportunities within River Valley Companies

Why Join River Valley Marine?

• Join one of North America's Top 10 Marine Dealers
• Work around premium boats and marine equipment every day
• Hands-on work that keeps you active—not behind a desk
• Family-owned company serving Minnesota boaters since 1996
• Supportive team environment with opportunities to grow
• Employee discounts on boats, parts, accessories, apparel, and service

What You'll Do

• Detail new and pre-owned boats, including washing, waxing, buffing, polishing, and interior cleaning
• Prepare boats for customer delivery, launch, storage, and showroom display
• Move, stage, and transport boats throughout the dealership and marina
• Assist with trailer handling, loading, unloading, and boat deliveries
• Operate detailing equipment, forklifts, and shop equipment safely (training provided if needed)
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment
• Support the Sales, Service, Parts, and Marina teams throughout the year

What We're Looking For

• Passion for boating, fishing, watersports, or the lake lifestyle
• Strong attention to detail and pride in your work
• Dependable, self-motivated, and team-oriented
• Comfortable working outdoors in all Minnesota seasons
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and stay active throughout the day
• Experience in boat detailing, marina operations, automotive detailing, powersports, landscaping, towing, trailer handling, warehouse, or outdoor equipment is a plus
• Valid driver's license required

If you have a great work ethic and enjoy working around boats, we'll teach you the rest.

Build a Career with Us

Many of our leaders started in entry-level positions just like this. As your experience grows, opportunities exist in Marine Service, Parts, Marina Operations, Sales, Inventory, and Technician Apprenticeships. We believe in promoting from within and investing in people who want to grow with us.

Schedule

• Monday-Friday
• Typical schedule of 40+ hours per week
• Additional hours available during spring launch season and fall winterization

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including:

• Medical insurance with multiple plan options
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with Traditional and Roth options plus employer match
• Life insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Accident and Critical Illness insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Doctor on Demand virtual healthcare
• Get Active Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Company-provided apparel
• Employee discounts on boats, parts, accessories, and service

About River Valley Marine

River Valley Marine has been helping Minnesota families create memories on the water since 1996. As part of River Valley Companies, we've become one of the Midwest's premier marine dealership groups by hiring people who love boating, take pride in their work, and enjoy delivering an exceptional customer experience.

Join the River Valley Team

Whether you're searching for Marine Detailer jobs, Boat Detailer jobs, Boat Handler jobs, Marina jobs, Marine Yard Technician jobs, Boat Yard jobs, Marine Operations jobs, Boat Prep jobs, Automotive Detailer jobs, Powersports jobs, Outdoor jobs, or Marine careers in Long Lake, Lake Minnetonka, or the Twin Cities, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and turn your passion for boating into a rewarding long-term career with River Valley Marine.