Athletics Van Male Weight Room Monitor | Student Employment
Department – Athletics
Job Title – Van Male Weight Room Monitor
Purpose of Job
Carroll University Weight Room Staff members are counted upon to be an active participant
in the activities occurring in the weight room. The safety of those exercising in
the weight room depends on the assistance of trained personnel willing to “spot” weight
lifters as well as instruct and advise those using the facility. It is up to the weight
room staff to provide a safe, clean and friendly environment to work out in.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assisting the Strength and Conditioning Coordinator with the training of Carroll University
athletes; this includes teaching, spotting and supervising the proper execution of
exercise programs
Enforcing all weight room rules and regulations
Advising weight room patrons on the proper lifting techniques
Inspecting the weight room and equipment for hazardous conditions, items that require
maintenance, and areas in need of cleaning.
Communicating with weight room patrons and reporting all concerns, problems and requests
to the appropriate supervisor
Responding to and/or assisting in emergency situations that affect the weight room
facility or individuals within the weight room
Reporting the conditions within the weight room to appropriate supervisory personnel
Maintaining an accurate sign-in sheet for individuals entering and utilizing the weight
room
Cleaning the upholstery of all weight room equipment on a hourly basis
Returning plate-weights and safety clasps to the appropriate equipment machine, weight
rack or weight tree.
Wiping down all machine structures on a weekly basis
Finding substitute personnel in the event of an absence and notifying supervisory
staff, as well as the Strength and Conditioning Coordinator as to the change is weight
room coverage at least twenty-four (24) hours in advance whenever possible
Job Qualifications
Must be responsible and able to manage assigned work and school studies
Must be able to perform all assigned tasks on time and in a timely matter
Must be prompt for all shifts, and follow necessary protocol to be excused from shifts.
