Machine Shop Shuttle Driver

Machine Shop Shuttle Driver

Position Summary

Transport team members from venue site to Machine Shop and back to venue site.  Transportation by Machine Shop Shuttle is restricted to/from Machine Shop.  Communicates with the Pit Administration Supervisor regarding transport requests and status of transport location.  This role provides valuable assistance to teams resulting in robot enhancement

NOTE: Not all events require this position. Need for shuttle/shuttle drivers to be determined by location of machine shop in proximity to event.

Responsibilities

  • Transport team members from venue site to Machine Shop, from Machine Shop to venue site
  • Daily responsibility to sign in/out a two-way radio and headset from event management
  • Wear a two-way radio and headset to be in constant communication with the Pit Administration Supervisor to respond to transport requests
  • Driver is stationed in the Pit
  • Verify proper insurance coverage, registration and other documents of transport vehicle being used
  • Ensure an adult accompanies students while in the machine shop

 

NOTE:  It is the responsibility of the team to load and unload the robot on/off the van

Experience And Skills Needed

  • Ability to move about the facility
  • Ability to sit for long periods of time
  • Ability to work and interact with volunteers, team members, contracted and FIRST staff
  • FIRST experience not required
  • Self-directed individual
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to drive a van

Time Commitment

Commitment:               Minimum one day + Training

Approximate times:     Wednesday: 6:00 P.M.- 8 P.M. (dependent upon Regional*)

                                    Thursday: 8:00 A.M.- 8 P.M.

                                    Friday: 8:00 A.M.- 5 P.M.

                                    Saturday: 8:00 A.M.- Completion

 

NOTE: Volunteers should arrive on site 15-20 minutes prior to start of every shift in order to allow time to check in at the Volunteer Registration desk. 

Training

Pit Administration Supervisor conducts training at the Volunteer Orientation Dinner and Training*, and provides guidance during the competition

Reporting Relationships And Supervision

Direct supervision:  Pit Administration Supervisor

On-site guidance:     Volunteer Coordinator 

*Please Note: some events will not be conducting a Wednesday evening Volunteer Orientation and Training.