Climbing Wall Attendant (temp)

University of Pennsylvania • Philadelphia, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Climbing Wall Attendant's most important duty is the safety of climbers/equipment and belaying our members. CWAs are also responsible for member check-ins and assisting at special events including DRIA team rentals, outside rentals, and special events/programs. Finally, this position will assist cleaning and maintaining equipment including climbing shoes, harnesses, climbing ropes, carabiners, and rock holds.

Requirements

• Experience climbing and belaying

Nice To Haves

• Climbing Wall Instructor Certification (CWI)

Responsibilities

• Knowing and enforcing the Climbing Wall rules consistently
• Belaying climbers
• Shoe rentals and sanitization
• Completing daily checks and checklists as required
• Customer service (member check-in, etc.)
• Maintaining a courteous and polite demeanor
• Attending staff meetings and trainings as required
• Meeting evaluation expectations (including orientation quizzes and other follow-ups)
• Working special events as needed
• Performing other duties as assigned.
• Verifying member reservations
• Wall opening/closing duties
• Climbing equipment safety inspections
• Teaching Climbing 101 and Learn to Lead classes (if they hold a valid CWI certification)

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
• Generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans)
• Pre-tax or Roth savings options for retirement plans
• Wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed