Courtesy Boat Inspector 2026 Lake Auburn

Lake Auburn Watershed Protection Commission is seeking to hire two to three inspectors under the Courtesy Boat Inspector Program for the 2026 Season.

The Courtesy Boat Inspector (CBI) Program is a statewide effort to reduce the spread of invasive aquatic species in the lakes, ponds, and rivers in Maine. The program has three main objectives for this role: 1) to inspect and clear motorized and non motorized boats of all plant material, 2) to encourage boaters to clean, drain, and dry their watercrafts, and 3) to educate the public and answer any questions they have about invasive species and the efforts to control them in Maine.

The CBI will be stationed at the same location for all shifts, at the Route 4 Public Boat Launch in Auburn.

The season's CBI schedule is planned to be as follows:

• 6:00am to 12:00pm, seven days a week, between May 1st and July 5th
• 6:00am to 10:00am, Friday through Sunday, between July 6th and September 7th

The number of hours and weekly schedule for an individual inspector will depend on the number of inspectors hired, the weather, and other factors. Coordinators will work with inspectors on scheduling to accommodate for other jobs and obligations, if necessary.

Inspectors should plan to attend the Aquatic Invasive Species Summit on May 1st in Augusta if available.

Job Requirements:

• Thoroughness in conducting inspections
• Attention to detail in inputting all data or filling out paperwork
• Excellent communications skills
• Reliability in keeping scheduled shifts
• Ability to handle unexpected situations
• Availability for season-long duty
• Ability to stand and bend to check underneath boats and trailers