Outdoor Program - TTC Specialist Routesetter

Weber State University; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Weber State University is seeking a Technical Training Center Specialist – Routesetter to maintain safety and quality within the climbing facility. The role focuses on creating and maintaining a high-caliber product that meets member and guest needs, with an emphasis on safe routesetting and overall facility safety.

Ideal candidates have climbing experience, belaying knowledge, and the ability to climb 5.8 on top rope, plus CPR/First Aid certifications. Background check is required.

Qualifications

• Previous climbing experience is necessary.
• Familiarity in belaying, tie in knots, and general climbing equipment is required.
• Must have the ability to climb 5.8 on top rope.
• American Red Cross CPR / AED and standers first aid certifications
• Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high level of safety within the Technical Training Center facility.
• Create and maintain the excellence of the center's core product for members and guests.

Skills

Climbing experience

Belaying

Top rope climbing

CPR / First Aid

Knot tying

Job description

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

Requisition Number

Requisition Number H01076P

Position Category

Position Category Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location

Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week 5-20

Months per year

Months per year 12

May require some nights and weekends.

Pay Grade

Hourly Pay Rate

Hourly Pay Rate $ 12.25

FLSA

Job Summary/Basic Function

Technical Training Center Specialist – Routesetter will be primarily responsible for maintaining a high level of safety within the Technical Training Center facility. Routesetters are responsible for creating and maintaining the excellence of the Technical Training Centers core product. Routesetters must have an understanding of climbing, allowing them to create a quality, fluid and universally enjoyed product that meets our member and guests’ needs.

Required Qualifications

• Previous climbing experience is necessary.
• Familiarity in belaying, tie in knots, and general climbing equipment is required.
• Must have the ability to climb 5.8 on top rope.
• American Red Cross CPR / AED and standers first aid certifications

Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.

Physical Activity of this position

Physical Activity of this position Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles etc., using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Agility is emphasized. Important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion., Maintaining equilibrium to prevent falling. Walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. Amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium. , Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles. , Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees., Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. , Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet. , Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. , Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. , Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. , Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Physical Requirements of this position

Physical Requirements of this position Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Not required

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter