Employment Opportunities

Ely's business community is filled with a wide range of retail, services, hospitality/tourism, healthcare, and manufacturing opportunities. Whether you are considering seasonal, part-time, or full-time positions are available.  We encourage you to search our Job Board and reach out to specific businesses in your area of interest.  We serve a business community of several hundred and will share your application with those businesses.  Interested businesses will, in turn, contact you directly.  In addition, the Ely Chamber of Commerce offers a general job application you can complete at the bottom of this page. We will share completed online applications with interested businesses.

Workforce Resources

Our area offers several workforce resources to assist job seekers in finding a new position.  We provide the following support resources:

Northeast Minnesota Office of Job Training (NEMOJT) - CareerForce

JET/CareerForce provides programs to assist adults , youth , dislocated workers , and others seeking employment.  For more details on services, please get in touch with the Virginia CareerForce office at 800-325-5332. 

Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)

DEED offers a wide range of services to support the unemployed, veterans, or those with  disabilities .  Visit DEED's website for all the benefits and support they provide.   

Job Board

Area businesses are looking for full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees. PDF of Job List - There are even more jobs listed on our PDF!

Business 

  Address 

Phone 

Contact 

  Job Description

Ely HRA
Pioneer Apartments 218-365-3900 Kristen Anthony

Ely Housing and Redevelopment Authority: Hiring a Maintenance Technician Performs intermediate skilled technical work maintaining and repairing various operating systems within housing units, directing maintenance operations, tracking and maintaining inventory for maintenance functions, and related work as apparent and assigned. Work is performed under limited supervision of the Executive Director.

Call 218-365-3900 for more information, resumes can be emailed to  hramanager@ely.mn.us , applicant’s can apply online at indeed  https://www.indeed.com/ viewjob?jk=fba6f738139c95c3& from=shareddesktop_copy

Ely Outfitting Company
529 E. Sheridan St, Ely 218-343-7951 Jason Work on the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in Ely, Minnesota. Be part of a modern outfitting operation and our close-knit, inclusive community dedicated to creating life-changing wilderness experiences for guests while protecting the Wilderness for future generations.  Apply online at elyoutfittingcompany.com/jobs
River Point Resort & Outfitting Co.
12007 River Point Rd, Ely 218-365-6604 Jane

Resort/Outfitting Staff -  Summer Seasonal - Full Time Hourly Wage Starting at $17 - Enjoy the wilderness beauty of River Point's private peninsula on Birch Lake with a mile of shoreline immediately adjacent to the BWCA and just a short 15 minutes from the quaint town of Ely. Prepare for and assist guests during their resort stay and work in our outfitting base preparing paddlers for their canoe trip. Flexible hours, 40-hour work week ,  paid overtime. Onsite lakefront housing with a view and complimentary laundry facility. 

Relaxed lake atmosphere with work-free evenings to enjoy the complimentary resort beaches, bonfire pits, sauna and garden shower, hiking trail, kayaks, SUP's, canoes, motor boats, and take an overnight paddle trip into the Boundary Waters on your days off. Varied tasks make for an interesting work day, a great way to learn new skills and tap into your strengths, all while having fun .   Employment Information and Online Application

riverpointresort.com/ employment-application/

elyoutfitters.com/employment- application/

Mealey's Gift & Sauna
124 N Central Ave, Ely 218-365-3639 info@mealeysinely.com

3 Full-time and 3 Part-time positions available. Weekends and holidays are necessary. Wages are minimum wage to $12.00 depending on experience. We always do our best to work with schedules, when we can.  We need commitment, especially in the summer and less during the school year. When you commit to us, we commit to you. Job description: cashier, cleaning, straightening, restocking, and taking care of customers and making them feel welcomed. Call for application details.

Ely Surplus & Outdoor
129 N Central Ave, Ely 218-365-4653 info@elysurplus.com

3 Full-time and 3 Part-time positions available. Weekends and holidays are necessary. Wages are minimum wage to $12.00 depending on experience. We always do our best to work with schedules, when we can.  We need commitment, especially in the summer and less during the school year. When you commit to us, we commit to you. Job description: cashier, cleaning, straightening, restocking, and taking care of customers and making them feel welcomed.  Call for application details.

Voyageur North Outfitter
1829 E Sheridan St, Ely 218-365-3251 amber@vno.com We have a job opening for September & October for housekeeping and outfitting cleaning.  Starting pay is $13/hour.
Northern Tier High Adventure
14790 Moose Lake Rd, Ely 218-365-4811 jobs@ntier.org Northern Tier employs hundreds of staff every year.  Staff members come from all over the country and bring with them unique skills and talents.  Northern Tier's diverse and qualified staff work as a team and annually deliver the wilderness experience of a lifetime to thousands of youth and adults.  No experience is needed for a majority of our positions including our Trail Staff and Base Staff positions.  For more information, visit:  https://www.ntier.org/jobs/
Ely DQ Grill & Chill
1441 E Sheridan St., Ely 765-637-3867 Savannah Schulze

Join our team. Positions available: Crew Members, Day & Night Shifts; Opener & Freight Person, Monday to Friday, 8-11 am or 8 am - 1 pm (freight days); Night Crew Manager, Night Shifts 4-8:30 pm (or later in summer).  We offer part-time and weekend shifts, competitive pay, and opportunities for advancement.  Requirements include a positive attitude and strong work ethic, customer service skills, being a team player, and being reliable and able to lift up to 50 pounds. 

Piragis Northwoods Company
105 N. Central Ave, Ely 218-365-6745 Erin

Now hiring part-time retail staff 10-30 hours per week with flexible scheduling.  Competitive wages, free rental gear, in-store discounts, lively environment, on the edge of the Boundary Waters Wilderness. Apply in person, apply at Piragis.com , or email your resume to erin@piragis.com .

Northern Grounds
2 W Sheridan St, Ely 218-235-1991 Joan The Jasper Company has multiple positions available: housekeeping, lake hand, and baristas & bartenders.  Applications are available at Northern Grounds.  Contact Joan Kjorsvig-Beans  joan@jaspercompany.com  with questions or your application/resume.  
Wintergreen Northern Wear
205 E Sheridan St, Ely 218-365-6602 Sola Retail Associate (Full Time or Part Time availability) Wintergreen Northern Wear creates quality outdoor apparel on the main street of Ely, MN. We are looking for a friendly, outgoing and experienced individual to join our retail team! If you’re looking for a dynamic position with competitive wages that will keep you busy full time or part time and year round, apply online at WintergreenNorthernWear.com  or at our store located at 205 East Sheridan Street, Ely, MN. Experience in customer service or sales required; knowledge & experience of outdoors or manufacturing are preferred.
Grand Ely Lodge
400 N Pioneer Rd, Ely 218-365-6565 Rob

The following positions are now available: Room Attendant - Dishwasher - Porter (Day Shifts) 

Applications are available at the Front Desk or info@grandelylodge.com . Pay commensurate with experience. Vacation, Sick & Personal Leave. Medical, Life, Dental, and Vision are available for full time employees.

Ely-Bloomenson Community Hospital
328 W Conan St, Ely 218-365-8707 Anne Come join our TEAM, where our positive, safe, and rewarding environment supports you to be your best! Click on our link to view the various positions that are available, or give Anne a call. Competitve pay and benefits for all positions.  Careers | About | Ely Bloomenson Community Hospital (ebch.org)
Wintergreen Northern Wear
205 E Sheridan St, Ely 218-365-6602 Michele Anderson Sewing Technician - Wintergreen Northern Wear creates quality outdoor apparel on the main street of Ely, MN. We are looking for creative, talented individuals to sew our garments. If you love to sew, we'd love to have you on our team! Sewing experience is required; experience with garments is preferred. We'll train you on our industrial machines. A cheery, clean work environment and benefits included. Competitive wages based on skill level and experience.

General Employment Application

The Ely Chamber of Commerce has a membership of more than 200 area businesses.  Your completed application will be sent to interested businesses within our membership.  Businesses will contact you directly for additional information or to schedule an interview.

Interest Section

What type of work are you interested in doing?  Resort - Outfitting - Hotel/Motel - Retail - Restaurant - Manufacturing - Construction - Landscaping/Lawncare - Non-Profit  Please note your choices in the comment section.

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