Rock Wall Attendant - Trail Winds Recreation Center

Rock Wall Attendant - Trail Winds Recreation Center

Salary

$15.65 - $17.45 Hourly

Location

City of Thornton; Trail Winds Recreation Center, CO

Job Type

Temporary Part-Time

Job Number

26126

Department

Parks & Recreation

Division

Recreation and Golf Temporary

Opening Date

08/17/2026

Closing Date

9/17/2026 5:00 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

WORK HOURS

HOURS VARY

STATUS 2

FLSA NON-EXEMPT

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Under immediate supervision, assists customers on rock wall equipment and actions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

Performs basic rock wall orientations for participants.

Ensures all possible safety measures are observed by climbers. Responds to emergency situations as required and maintains accurate accident and incident reports.

Belays climbers.

Checks members cards to see if they have passed their assessment.

Provides quality customer service and assists with accident preventions by enforcing policies, rules, and regulations, and governing the conduct of patrons using the rock wall. Maintains positive relationships with participants

Assists in completing routine safety checks of surrounding area in order to maintain safety and health standards.

Assists in performing routine cleaning.

Assists with rock wall parties.

Complies with City and departmental rules and regulations, policies, and procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

Must be at least 16 years of age. Three months indoor rock climbing experience preferred.

Licensing/Certification Requirements:

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certificate and First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

May need the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as the job requires.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of the policies and procedures of the city of Thornton and the department.

Knowledge of rock wall processes, procedures, and risk tolerance assessment.

Knowledge of climbing techniques.

Ability to physically climb, tie ropes, adjust harnesses, and belay.

Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public.

Ability to react quickly and accurately in emergency situations.

Ability to work evenings and weekends.

Ability to read, interpret and apply operating policies and procedures.

Ability to provide quality customer service.

Ability to maintain composure during mentally, physically and emotionally stressful situations.

Ability to listen well and communicate effectively orally and in writing with various audiences.

Ability to read, interpret and apply operating policies and procedures.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and make repetitive motion. This position is mostly: Heavy work; exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The employee is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned. The employee is subject to hazards.

TESTING PROCEDURES

Examinations may include but are not limited to application screening beyond minimum qualifications; written, oral, practical exercise or any combination thereof or other job related assessment deemed appropriate by Human Resources.

Your application will be used as a screening tool. Completeness and accuracy are important! Any false or untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process could disqualify you from consideration.

As a condition of employment, the city of Thornton conducts background investigations for all positions which may also include a review of credit report and/or driving record. A drug screen, physical, and/or psychological examination administered by a city-designated provider will be required for pre-determined positions.

The City of Thornton is an equal opportunity employer.

The City of Thornton offers employees an outstanding benefits package. Benefit eligibility is based on the status of the position. Please email Jobs@thorntonco.gov to receive a copy of our current Benefits Guide.

Benefits offered may include the following depending on the job type/status of the position:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life, Dependent Life & Supplemental Life Insurance Options
• Voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment Policy
• Flexible Spending Plan
• Post Employment Health Plan
• Retirement & Deferred Compensation Plans
• Short & Long-term Disability Plans
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation & Sick Leave
• Multilingual Incentive Pay
• Recreation Pass
• Wellness Program
• In-House Training Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

01

Are you at least 16 years of age?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have indoor rock-climbing experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have experience belaying climbers?

• Yes
• No

04

Please select the appropriate range of your indoor rock climbing experience.

• None None
• At least 3 months
• 3 - 6 months
• 6 - 12 months
• More than 1 year

05

Please describe your indoor rock climbing experience. If you do not have any indoor rock climbing experience, please enter "N/A".

06

Do you have a current CPR, AED, and/or First Aid certification? Please check all that apply.

• CPR
• AED
• First Aid
• None

Required Question

Employer City of Thornton

Department Parks & Recreation Address 8651 Colorado Blvd

Thornton, Colorado, 80229