Climbing Wall Aide

San Juan College•Farmington, NM

2d•$15•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to provide a safe climbing experience and deliver exceptional customer service to students, faculty, and community members. This position is to aide in the overall functions of the climbing wall and responsible for keeping the climbing wall safe at all times.

Requirements

Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
Must be certified in CPR, training provided.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/ internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
Knowledge of types and instruction in indoor climbing, climbing techniques, knot tying, and belaying.
Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.
Knowledge of climbing equipment use and maintenance of gear.
Knowledge of performing rescues, ascending, Top Rope and Lead Belaying.
Knowledge of learning styles and teaching methods.
Ability to work at heights up to 30 feet and carry up to 50 lbs.
Communicating ideas effectively for others to understand.
Public speaking, interpersonal communication, and instructional methods.
Problem solving skills and decision making.

Responsibilities

Understands and enforces all climbing wall and HHPC policies and procedures.
Provides quality customer service at all times and shares Climbing Wall event information, safety tips, and instruction to customers.
Checks in all climbers at the Climbing Wall desk to issue gear.
Completes opening and closing daily inspections of climbing wall, climbing gear and ropes.
Monitors all activity on the climbing wall and reports all accidents or issues immediately to DPS, direct Supervisor, and on-duty manager.
Ensure all climbers are following industry approved belay methods and standards.
Perform routine maintenance of the climbing wall such as, tightening holds, setting routes, cleaning holds, and fixing bolts.
Attends staff meetings and scheduled trainings.
Reports any maintenance or gear issues immediately to the Coordinator of Outdoor Recreation.
Other duties as assigned