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2026 Madison Boats Crew

Apply now(opens in a new window) Job No: 28021
Division/Organization: Madison Boats
Job Type: Local Student Jobs
Remote Eligbility: Not Remote
Location: 824 Knickerbocker Street Madison, WI 53711 (not on bus line)
Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $10.00 to $12.00
Job Categories: Customer Service

Department Overview:

We connect people to each other and the lakes! Join us in our mission.

Escape to the Lake with Madison Boats. With four locations on three lakes and over 400 boats, we have something for everyone to enjoy. Select one of our locations to learn more about our 10 favorite paddle destinations on Lake Wingra, Lake Mendota and Lake Monona. Here at Madison Boats, we are able to connect with each other and nature through outdoor recreation and education. Visit our website for our summer fun events, or to explore our fleet of kayaks, stand up paddle boards, fishing and pontoon boats.

Check out our website for more information!

MadisonBoats.com

Anticipated Start Date

5/15/26

Anticipated End Date

10/1/26

Anticipated Hours Per Week

24

Schedule:

10- 25 hours per week with shifts typically around 6 hours long.

Summer is short! We understand you have to make the most of it. We do too! More than a week off can be challening to ensure you are fully trained and remaining consistent through out our short season. That doesn't mean you should not take time off, we just ask that you are mindful of your time off as we generally schedule around you. 

We ask for evening and most weekend availability from May through the end of September.

Salary/Wage Range:

Hourly $10.00 to $12.00

Number Of Positions

20

Position Summary/Job Duties:

Do you want to spend your summer outside? Do you enjoy water and boating? Want to be a part of a great team of staff? Then look no further! We are currently taking applications to build an awesome crew at Wingra, Brittingham, and Marshall Boats for summer 2026. We serve guests and members renting boats, purchasing concession food, or inquiring about the Boat Houses. Duties include assisting guests with boat usage, maintaining boats and premises, and fostering a welcoming atmosphere at Wingra, Brittingham, or Marshall Boats. If you think this sounds like the perfect job or the best way to spend your summer, you're absolutely right! Submit your application today!

Qualifications:

  • Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Comfortable interacting with people
  • Enjoy being around water
  • Ability to accept supervision and guidance
  • Willingness to learn how to use the variety of boats and improve your watercraft skills
  • Must have open availability during the summer

Physical Demands

Lift 50+ lbs

Application Instructions:

Please visit us online to learn more https://www.madisonboats.com/jobs

or if you are ready you can apply here.

 

Contact:

Org: Madison Boats
Web: madisonboats.com
Email: admin@madisonboats.com

Advertised: CST Central Standard Time
Applications close: CST Central Standard Time

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