Dive Team Member - Brainerd Lakes Area (experience not required)

Waterfront Restoration LLC; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterfront Restoration LLC in Brainerd, MN is seeking a Dive Team Member for the 2026 season. No experience required; the role is available as full- or part-time summer employment. We can help you obtain SCUBA certification.

Join a team of divers to perform by-the-root weed removal both underwater and onshore, with a supportive crew and potential for advancement and bonuses. 60% of time on site, 40% on related tasks; weekend availability requested.

Qualifications

• Physically able to complete manual labor and lift up to 80lbs.
• Ability to swim.
• SCUBA certification is a plus; we provide information on how to get certified.

Responsibilities

• Work underwater and above water with a Dive Team of 2-6 SCUBA divers.
• Efficiently perform by-the-root removal of lake weeds.
• Haul removed vegetation from lake shore to trailer, able to carry 80lbs.

Skills

Physical fitness

Swimming ability

Manual labor

Job description

Dive Team Member - Brainerd Lakes Area (experience not required)

Seasonal | Waterfront Restoration LLC | United States

Posted On 08/17/2026

Job Information

Target Date 09/01/2026

Landscaping

$16-$20 per hour

City Brainerd

State/Province Minnesota

56401

Company Description

Waterfront Restoration specializes in by-the-root lake weed removal services with our team of SCUBA divers. We provide our clients with customized visit plans that remove lake weeds ecologically and without using chemicals.

Why Waterfront Restoration:

Since 2003 Waterfront Restoration LLC has been the premier lake service provider of ecological, non-chemical control of aquatic vegetation on many of our MN lakes. We have earned the title as "The most referred lake weed removal company" by hundreds of highly satisfied clients. We serve any person or organization who wants to see immediate improvement in their lake, by utilizing the most thorough SCUBA by-the-root weed removal process in the industry. Our customized services provide instant results that extract 95% of the root structure and biomass of aquatic plants.

Our service lines include watercraft inspections, by-the-root weed removal, rapid response control, shoreline cleanup, dangerous debris cleanup, zebra mussel extraction, and non-chemical product sales. We are proud to provide exceptional quality services that are the solution to weed problems most lakes experience. Waterfront Restoration will provide you with a beautiful lakeshore that everyone can enjoy and love.

Job Description

Do you love Minnesota lakes? Do you want to get a great workout everyday and get paid while doing it? Would you enjoy working on a team to help provide the highest quality lake shore experience?

Well, we have the job for you! Join our team of SCUBA divers that jump in and clean out those annoying weeds. You'll get a great workout from the physically demanding job and get to be part of a great team. Plus you'll get to work on the lake all day!

Hiring NOW for our 2026 Season positions!

Full-Time or Part-Time, Summer Seasonal

We can help you obtain your SCUBA certification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work underwater and above water with a Dive Team of 2 - 6 SCUBA certified divers
• Efficiently and effectively perform by-the-root removal of lake weeds
• Haul removed vegetation from lake shore to trailer ( Able to carry bags full of vegetation up to 80lbs)

Working Conditions:

• Love of working outdoors is essential and the willingness to work in bad weather and conditions i.e. rain, high humidity and heat.
• Each day begins at our shop in Brainerd, MN, you will travel together as a crew to each routed job, and conclude the day back at the shop. Approximately 60% of your time will be on the job site, and 40% will be spent on off job tasks such as weed disposal, gear cleaning, and driving
• Able to work weekends and overtime as needed
• This is a great job for high school and college students, and teachers!

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Physically able to complete manual labor - lift and carry 80lbs, ability to swim, push/pull wheelbarrows
• SCUBA Certification (we can provide information on how to get certified)

Compensation

$16-$20 per hour

• Competitive Base Wage (Depending on Qualifications) + Monthly Performance Bonus
• Compensation structure rewards for individual and team productivity
• Opportunity for rapid promotion to SCUBA Job Site Manager and other roles