Range Operator (RO)

TYR Tactical; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

TYR Tactical is seeking a Range Operator to support the safe and efficient operation of the TYR Tactical shooting range in Peoria, AZ. The role emphasizes range safety procedures, equipment upkeep, ballistic testing support, and general operational duties.

Ideal candidates will have knowledge of firearms handling, strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work independently as well as with a team.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of firearms handling and range safety practices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and collaborate with team members.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor range activities to ensure safety and compliance with procedures.
• Prepare and maintain range, equipment, and materials for daily operations and ballistic testing.
• Assist with setup, execution, and completion of ballistic testing activities.
• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot range equipment; report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized range environment.
• Monitor inventory of range supplies and coordinate replenishment as needed.
• Provide basic firearms and range safety guidance to authorized personnel.
• Support firearm-related transactions and documentation as authorized.
• Assist other departments with testing, production, and special projects as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Range Manager.

Skills

Range safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Independent worker

Organizational skills

Education

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Range Operator is responsible for supporting the safe and efficient operation of the TYR Tactical shooting range. This position ensures compliance with range safety procedures, maintains equipment and facilities, and supports ballistic testing and other operational activities. The Range Operator also assists with departmental projects and provides general operational support as needed.

• Monitor range activities to ensure compliance with established safety procedures and operational requirements.
• Prepare and maintain the shooting range, equipment, and materials for daily operations and ballistic testing.
• Assist with the setup, execution, and completion of ballistic testing activities.
• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot range equipment, reporting maintenance needs or safety concerns as appropriate.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized range environment in accordance with established housekeeping and safety standards.
• Monitor inventory levels of range supplies, ammunition, targets, and other materials, and coordinate replenishment as needed.
• Provide basic firearms and range safety guidance to authorized personnel as appropriate.
• Support firearm-related transactions and documentation in accordance with applicable regulations and company procedures, as authorized.
• Assist the Hard Armor, R&D, and other departments with testing, production, and special projects as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Range Manager.

Brief Description

The Range Operator is responsible for supporting the safe and efficient operation of the TYR Tactical shooting range. This position ensures compliance with range safety procedures, maintains equipment and facilities, and supports ballistic testing and other operational activities. The Range Operator also assists with departmental projects and provides general operational support as needed.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Monitor range activities to ensure compliance with established safety procedures and operational requirements.
• Prepare and maintain the shooting range, equipment, and materials for daily operations and ballistic testing.
• Assist with the setup, execution, and completion of ballistic testing activities.
• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot range equipment, reporting maintenance needs or safety concerns as appropriate.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized range environment in accordance with established housekeeping and safety standards.
• Monitor inventory levels of range supplies, ammunition, targets, and other materials, and coordinate replenishment as needed.
• Provide basic firearms and range safety guidance to authorized personnel as appropriate.
• Support firearm-related transactions and documentation in accordance with applicable regulations and company procedures, as authorized.
• Assist the Hard Armor, R&D, and other departments with testing, production, and special projects as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Range Manager.

Position Qualifications/ Functional Skills/ Competencies

• Working knowledge of firearms handling and range safety practices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and collaborate with team members.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Education / Experience

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Job Factors/Work Environment

Work involves physical demands typically found in a manufacturing environment, such as but not limited to: prolonged standing, bending, sitting for extended periods of time, lifting and/or moving materials.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties or responsibilities associated with the job. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

An Affirmitve Action Equal Opportunity Employer

• Drug-Free Working Environment