NBS-ERLb-REC East Race Rafting Laborer - Seasonal (IN, South Bend)

City of South Bend; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of South Bend seeks responsible individuals to oversee the management of rafts and necessary equipment at the East Race Waterway during operational hours. This position includes duties such as loading equipment, ensuring guest safety, and enforcing park regulations. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a willingness to learn on the job. The role requires working outdoors in various weather conditions, accommodating physical demands as necessary.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with guests and others.
• Must be at least 15 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for loading and unloading rafts and equipment.
• Enforcing park and aquatic policies and assisting lifeguards.
• Inspecting facility/equipment for safety and report issues.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Must be at least 15 years of age

Job description

SALARY: up to $15 per hour.

POSITION SUMMARY: Employee would be responsible to haul and distribute rafts, helmets, paddles, and life jackets and help with line management during East Race rafting hours and private rentals. As a leader and employee of the City of South Bend, you are called upon to serve in a manner that supports Our Core Values: Excellence, Accountability, Innovation, Inclusion, and Empowerment as you carry out our primary employee expectations: Champion Values & Organizational Pride, Champion Operational Excellence, Make Sound Decisions, Embrace Coaching and Accountability, Communicate with Excellence, Value Diverse People and Perspectives, Embrace Personal Development, Exhibit a Positive Attitude and Own Your Health, Wellness & Safety

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Not applicable

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Employees are responsible for loading and unloading rafts and other equipment at the East Race
• Employees are responsible for helping pull rafts from the end of the East Race and load them onto the trucks for delivery back to the head gates.
• Employees are responsible for handing out rafts, helmets, paddles, and life jackets to guests.
• Employees are responsible for helping with line management and keeping guests away from trucks as they are unloading.
• Employees may be responsible for assisting lifeguards.
• Employees are responsible for inspecting the facility/equipment and reporting any unsafe conditions, or damaged equipment to the Aquatic Manager or Supervisor on duty.
• Employees are responsible for enforcing all park and aquatic policies, rules, and regulations.
• Employees are responsible for attending and participating in all in-service training sessions.
• Employees are responsible for completing incident reports and other records.

NON-ESSENTIAL/MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: Perform miscellaneous tasks as requested by the Aquatics and Ice Manager or East Race Supervisor

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 15 years of age.
• Have the ability to communicate effectively with guests, employees and others.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Be able to learn on the job

CERTIFICATES, LICENSE, REGISTRATION: First Aid/CPR/AED certification (can provide certification if needed)

EQUIPMENT: Trucks, trailers, non-slip shoes that will secure to the foot (no flip flops, slides or Crocs)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and walk, and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and walk, talk, and hear. The employee is required to use hands to fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to move or lift up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required in the job include vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The East Race Waterway has a moderate to loud noise level. Employees work primarily in an outdoor environment in all types of weather conditions. At times the heat and noise level can be extreme. Must be able to work well with the public.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. Nothing in this job description restricts management?s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The City of South Bend is an at will employer.

REQUIRED:

Pre-Employment Drug Screen

Employee Background check

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer