Trap Attendant at NOVA Parks

The Trap Attendant is responsible for assisting with the operation, appearance and maintenance of the shooting range.

Pay Rate: $13.50 per hour

Major Duties/Specific Tasks

• Ensures the safe operation of the game field while pulling rounds,including making sure all required safety equipment is in use by the shooter and staff and verifying all shooters on the game field have safe working knowledge of their shotgun and can safely operate it.
• Assists with operation of facility by pulling targets for shooters and keeping score,loading target machines and keeping storage houses stocked,cleaning storage houses and work areas,removing spent hulls from shooting stations, limited operation of cash registers, helping maintain pro shop stock, loading and unloading supplies, maintaining target machines and buildings, and changing archery targets.
• Assists behind the sales counter when needed, to include limited issuing of rental guns and other equipment and their proper return after use.
• Assists with public relations by greeting visitors, handling inquiries, providing information and assistance, and informing patrons of rules and regulations.
• Answers telephone and directs inquiries.
• Assists with appearance of the Shooting Center by maintaining work area by cleaning, providing general care of equipment and grounds, emptying trash receptacles, picking up ground trash, weeding landscape beds, snow removal, cleaning restrooms, and assisting other staff as needed.
• Performs routine minor maintenance as directed.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and in-service training.
• Reports broken equipment and/or unsafe conditions to the Manager on Duty.
• Carries out additional duties as assigned by the Park Manager, Park Specialist, or Supervisor on Duty.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 (required by law).
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and, if selected, random drug test.
• Ability to pass the Bull Run Shooting Center Range Safety Officer course.
• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with the public.
• Working knowledge of and experience in the operation of shooting range and associated equipment.
• Knowledge of safety procedures/standards in weapons handling.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds safely.
• 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, 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.
• Specialized duties and assignments related to a facility may require special training and/or certifications.
• Required to purchase and wear standard uniform.

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