Full-Time Rod Shop Employee

Thorne Bros Custom Rod & Tackle
Location: On-site at Thorne Bros – Blaine, MN

Thorne Bros Custom Rod & Tackle is looking for a motivated, dependable, and hardworking individual to join our rod shop team full-time. We are passionate about fishing, craftsmanship, and customer service, and we’re looking for someone who shares that same enthusiasm.

What You’ll Do

  • Assist with custom rod building and rod shop operations
  • Help maintain organization and workflow within the shop
  • Support customers in-store with product questions and service
  • Work alongside experienced team members to learn rod building techniques and processes
  • Assist with inventory, packaging, and other day-to-day shop responsibilities

What We’re Looking For

We are hiring for attitude, work ethic, mechanical aptitude, and willingness to learn. Prior rod building experience is not required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Passion for fishing or general fishing knowledge
  • Mechanical and tool proficiency or hands-on experience working with tools and equipment
  • Experience with point-of-sale (POS) systems
  • Basic computer knowledge and comfort with technology
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented

What We Offer

  • Full-time employment
  • Hands-on training in the custom rod industry
  • Opportunity to work with one of the most respected names in fishing
  • A team-oriented environment surrounded by passionate anglers

If you’re eager to learn, enjoy working with your hands, and want to be part of a growing fishing industry business, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today by emailing your resume or information to info@thornebros.com. Please use "Rod Shop Position” in email subject line.