Outdoor Program - Rental Center Specialist Equipment

Weber State University Department of Automotive Technology

Ogden (UT)

On-site

USD 15,000 - 21,000

Part time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Weber State University is seeking an Outdoor Program - Rental Center Specialist to manage and maintain equipment fleets at the OP Rental Center. The role requires strong knowledge of outdoor gear, customer service, and the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Collaboration with the OP Coordinator and student rentals manager is essential. Ideal candidates have experience with equipment maintenance, adherence to shop policies, and the ability to work independently, including occasional nights/weekends.

Qualifications

Extensive knowledge of outdoor equipment and its use.
Experience maintaining and repairing a variety of outdoor equipment.
Familiarity with the OP Rental Shop policies and procedures.
American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and standard First Aid Certifications.
Ability to work on independent projects and take initiative.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
Ability to stand or be on your feet for extended periods of time.
Ability to work in hot, cold, and/or wet conditions.
Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly.
Ability to supplement learning experience with individual research and application.
Must possess excellent interpersonal communication and relational service skills.

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain equipment fleets at the OP Rental Center.
Research and implement best practices related to gear maintenance.
Assist with preparation and management of the annual gear sale.
Assist with the bi-annual inventory process.
Develop potential training/workshops for rental technicians.
Provide general instructions on the use of outdoor equipment to staff or customers.
Work closely with the OP Coordinator and the student manager of OP Rentals.
Present ideas and projects to managers/coordinators and help implement them.

Skills

Outdoor equipment knowledge

Equipment maintenance

Policies & procedures

CPR/AED & First Aid

Independent projects

Multitasking

Stand/walk long hours

Lifting 50 pounds

Interpersonal skills

Research & apply improvements

Customer service

Job description

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title Outdoor Program - Rental Center Specialist Equipment Requisition Number H01134P Position Category Hourly/Work Study Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT Hours per week 5-20 Months per year 12 Alternate work schedule

May required some nights and weekends.

Pay Grade

Pay Grade Salary Hourly Pay Rate 13.25

Job Summary/Basic Function

The OP Rental Center Specialist – Equipment will be responsible for managing and maintaining equipment fleets at the OP Rental Center. Duties include but are not limited to: Researching and implementing best practices related to gear maintenance, assisting with the preparation and management of the annual gear sale, assisting with the bi-annual inventory process, developing potential training/skill workshops for rental technicians, provide general instructions on the use of outdoor equipment to staff or customers. This position is expected to help improve efficiency and effectiveness at the program. As such, specialists will be expected to take initiative in improving the program by presenting ideas and projects to managers/coordinators, and to work towards implementing those specific projects. This position will work closely with the OP Coordinator and the student manager of OP Rentals. Candidates must have a strong interest in outdoor recreation, experience working with outdoor equipment, a desire to learn and expand skills related to equipment maintenance, the ability to lift 50 pounds, and great customer service skills.

Required Qualifications

Extensive knowledge of outdoor equipment and its use.
Experience maintaining and repairing a variety of outdoor equipment.
Familiarity with the OP Rental Shop policies and procedures.
American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and standard First Aid Certifications.
Ability to work on independent projects and take initiative.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
Ability to stand or be on your feet for extended periods of time.
Ability to work in hot, cold, and/or wet conditions.
Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly.
Ability to supplement learning experience with individual research and application.
Must possess excellent interpersonal communication and relational service skills.

Preferred Qualifications