Recreation Assistant OER

About the role

This position is located within the Commander, Mid-Atlantic Region, Fleet and Family Readiness Program at the Community Recreation Center at Cheatham Annex in Williamsburg, VA. The purpose of this position is to provide a variety of duties in support of the assigned facility.

Responsibilities

• Issues and receives a variety of recreation equipment to authorized personnel and assists patrons with questions and appropriate selections.
• Advises patrons in safe boating and camping techniques and administers a safe boating test to patrons as applicable.
• Discusses rental requests with patrons and ensures his/her understanding of all safety requirements prior to renting equipment.
• Collects money for rentals, explains rules, and completes rental agreements.
• Operates cash register and completes the Daily Activity Report (DAR), ensures all cash handling/reporting/securing requirements are met, verifies the amount of money collected and drops the cashier bag into the drop safe each day.
• Monitors and updates bad check listing.
• Charges for lost or damaged equipment.
• Loads and unloads equipment to and from patron's vehicles.
• Checks equipment for damage and based on knowledge, estimates the cost of repair.
• Contacts patrons when gear is overdue for return.
• Responsible for the minor maintenance and repair of equipment and ensuring that other equipment is maintained in good working condition at all times.
• Reports damages or losses immediately.
• Responsible for researching catalogs and/or outside vendors and making recommendations for purchase/replacements.
• Daily, updates computerized system to track all equipment check in/out and RV/boat storage lot patron data.
• Controls the equipment rental area and ensures cleanliness of the facility and all equipment at all times.
• Complies with all environmental, security, safety and administrative requirements within the outdoor recreation facility and equipment.
• Takes action as applicable to correct deficiencies.
• In the absence of the Campground/RV Host, accepts reservations and prepares contracts for picnic and cabana areas.
• Escorts guests to their assigned space and explains facilities available.
• Maintains registration log of all guests, collects fees and issues receipts for space rented.
• Maintains records and prepares reports pertaining to the operation.
• Performs a variety of general maintenance tasks by clearing, landscaping, cutting grass, edging and etc., servicing equipment before use.
• Performs minor repairs and adjustments as necessary.
• Picks up debris, empties all trash receptacles daily, Maintains restrooms in clean, orderly and sanitary condition.
• Cleans, disinfects and deodorizes lavatories, sinks and toilet bowls.
• Cleans mirrors and water fountains.
• May make minor repairs to facilities and equipment.
• Reports any maintenance problems, material deficiencies and unsafe conditions or discrepancies that cannot be repaired in-house to the supervisor.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must pass all applicable records and background check.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• Must possess and maintain a current state driver's license.
• Work may be subject to seasonal peaks and may include irregular tour of duty, including evening and weekend work.

Qualifications

A qualified candidate must possess:

• Sufficient knowledge and experience to rent and maintain a large selection of recreation equipment including: camping and boating equipment, picnic equipment, and other recreational equipment.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals and groups.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read and write sufficiently to prepare rental documents, complete accounting and cash handling requirements, and explain the proper use and safe operation of equipment.
• Basic math skills and the ability to run a cash register and prepare cash documentation.
• Ability to operate and perform routine maintenance and repair on a variety of equipment used in outdoor maintenance, such as weed eaters, lawn mowers, edges, etc., reporting any safety discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Knowledge of basic cleaning and janitorial techniques and procedures as well as the ability to work with basic equipment, materials and supplies used in maintaining facilities in a clean, sanitary state.

Certifications in welding or small (2- to 4-cycle) engine repair preferred.

Benefits

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