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REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES

  • Proficiency speaking and writing fluently in professional English

  • Proficiency with computer programs

    • Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word

    • Web browsers

    • Point of sale

    • Inventory management and reservations)

  • Utilize written and verbal directions to complete tasks independently

  • Lift and carry heavy and awkward items (up to 50 lbs.) occasionally 

  • Belaying and use of basic climbing equipment

  • Familiarity with an array of basic outdoor equipment.

TRAINING

  • No certifications are required PRIOR to beginning work

  • Upon hire each staff must complete and maintain the following:

    • Complete job related training required by Texas A&M University and System as well as the Department of Recreational Sports

    • Complete required online trainings in SSO:

      • Child Protection Training – 2111652

      • Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) Training – 2112256

    • Complete Department of Recreational Sports Cash Handling training

    • Complete orientation and training with Biosafety and Occupational Health Program regarding Bloodborne Pathogens (bohp.tamu.edu)

    • Complete a Texas State Driver Record Check with the Department of Recreational Sports

    • Complete Online Driver Training with Transportation Services

    • Successfully complete First Aid, CPR, and AED training

  • Complete trainings as assigned by the Outdoor Adventures Coordinator and/or Director

  • By the end of the first full semester of employment, Staff must complete a nationally recognized climbing wall instructor certification course, such as the Professional Climbing Instructors Association-Climbing Wall Instructor (CWI) Certification

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

  • Will be subject to working at heights of up to 45 feet

  • May be exposed to falling and falling objects

  • May be required to lift or transport light to heavy equipment items

  • May be exposed to blood and body fluids while giving First Aid/CPR or while cleaning the climbing wall

  • May be required to work with various cleaning products in the maintenance of the climbing facility, in the rental shop, and at other Outdoor Adventures program areas.

  • Any employee exposed to hazardous materials will be educated on the proper handling and emergency procedures for each item

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KEEP IN MIND:

The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in current weather conditions including heat and cold, wet and dry, humid and arid, in areas of loud noise and near hazardous materials. Employees must frequently move between typing, reading, sitting, standing, kneeling, crouching, stooping, grasping, reaching, pulling, pushing, lifting, and carrying. Employees talk frequently and must see and hear to assess and communicate with participants. Employees are occasionally required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials. Staff will be required to work days, nights and weekends in shifts and other work hours not to exceed an average of 29.75 hours per week (Thursday – Wednesday).

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