Ropes Course Staff

Ropes Course Staff is responsible for assisting with the daily operations of a multi-level High Ropes Course facilitating a safe and one-of-a-kind guest experience.

Pay Rate:  $15.50 per hour

Major Duties/Specific Tasks

• Facilitate the safe use of the 90 element High Ropes Course.
• Provide safety briefings and equipment instruction to customers prior to them entering the course.
• Ensure proper set up, take down, and daily safety checks of all course elements.
• Ensure customers are following all established safety standards and park rules.
• Provide great customer service.
• Assist with staff meetings and in-service trainings.
• May assist with handling money and associated paperwork.
• Assist with routine maintenance/repair of equipment.
• Recognize and respond effectively to emergencies including performing rescues on the climbing course.
• Administer first aid to injured patrons.
• Assist with maintaining record logs on inspections, employee training, visitation, and injury.
• Report unsafe conditions to the Ropes Course Supervisor, High Ropes Specialist or Park Manager.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Ropes Course Supervisor, High Ropes Specialist or Park Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Comfortable with heights.
• Successful completion of High Ropes Course training annually.
• Certification or ability to obtain certification in First Aid and CPR.
• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with the public.
• Ability to operate cash registers and handle cash accurately.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Ability to learn the operation of the facility and to obtain a working knowledge of NOVA Parks.
• Strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Ability to perform a variety of duties including custodial tasks.
• Availability to work a variable work schedule, which may include early and late hours, and weekends and holidays.
• Possession or ability to obtain valid driver’s license, must maintain safe driving record.
• Required to wear standard uniform.