Water Ski & Wakeboard Instructor (Seasonal)

Fair-Hills-Resort; Detroit Lakes (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Fair Hills Resort on the lakeshore is seeking experienced water ski instructors to teach guests basic skills in water skiing and wakeboarding. Role includes demonstrating techniques, safety signals, and guiding guests from setup to getting up, with emphasis on balance and control.

Instructors also maintain boat and equipment, perform daily checks, log fuel, and ensure safety rules are followed. Schedule is 8:30am–4:30pm, Monday–Friday, with private lessons available and seasonal operation

Qualifications

• Previous experience instructing water ski and wakeboard
• Ability to drive boats and pull skiers
• Knowledge of safety signals and guest instruction standards

Responsibilities

• Teach guests basic water skiing and wakeboarding skills.
• Demonstrate techniques and safety signals to participants.
• Instruct on how to put on gear and get up after the boat starts moving.
• Inspect and maintain boat and equipment daily.
• Log fuel and report maintenance needs to management.
• Enforce safety rules and limit boat occupancy as required.
• Work 8:30am–4:30pm, Monday–Friday, with lunch break; private lessons offered seasonally.

Skills

Water-ski instruction

Boat operation

Ski technique demos

Guest safety

Job description

Fair Hills Resort on the lakeshore is seeking experienced water ski instructors to teach guests basic skills in water skiing and wakeboarding. Role includes demonstrating techniques, safety signals, and guiding guests from setup to getting up, with emphasis on balance and control.

Instructors also maintain boat and equipment, perform daily checks, log fuel, and ensure safety rules are followed. Schedule is 8:30am–4:30pm, Monday–Friday, with private lessons available and seasonal operation