Course Installer

Description & Details:

JOB SUMMARY:

Vestals Gap Ventures provides innovative course and program designs for schools, camps, conference centers, commercial adventure parks, zip-line tours and much more. We are looking for skilled and professional installers that can help bring these creations to life. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work alongside other professionals as part of a high functioning, small team responsible for the construction and installation of challenge courses, zip-lines, and adventure/arial parks
• Help ensure the construction processes are in compliance with VGV and industry standards
• Manage and maintain all materials, tools, equipment, and vehicles
• Follow directions and guidelines of all given design criteria and construction techniques
• Maintain a professional work environment
• Rope access work necessary: ascending, descending, work positioning, tying knots, splicing, rope care, etc
• Perform carpentry & rigging tasks as needed
• Operation of heavy equipment, as needed
• Complete, report, and/or document daily tasks to site supervisor
• Follow proper safety & communication protocol
• Manage and mitigate risk whenever possible

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Available to travel and willing to live and work on project sites for extended periods of time 
• Physically able to:
  • Work outside in all weather conditions including extreme heat, extreme cold, and precipitation
  • Work at high elevations (up to 70')
  • Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work independently and maintain a high level of productivity that meets or exceeds industry standards
• Produce and understand written and verbal instructions between job site staff
• Hold a valid drivers license with a clean driving record
• Pass background check and able to work within schools/camps

PREFERRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• 2 years (5 yrs preferred) construction experience
• Experience with tools and hardware of various kinds
• Familiar with industry standards and common practices
• ACCT Inspector Certification preferred
• CPR, AED, and First Aid or higher medical certification
• Previous experience in one of the following areas is recommended:
  • Working as a facilitator, builder, or maintenance on challenge courses and/or zip lines
  • Carpentry, rigging, and/or welding experience