Job Details
Rockwall and HPE Field Assistant (Part-Time)
2026-02-10 Mt. Hood Community College Gresham,OR
Description:
Minimum and Desired Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Working Conditions and Important Information
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment. The position is frequently required to stand, push, pull, climb, reach, and lift. Person should be able to perform several physical tasks and hike for up to eight hours a day over a distance of 10-15 miles a day and have the ability to live and perform in a variety of environments. Physical demands may include carrying a backpack weighing between 50 - 85 pounds over uneven terrain such as snow, rocks, boulders, fallen logs, or slippery surfaces as well as ascending and descending steep mountain slopes. In addition, weather can be extreme depending on the field outing and time of year.
Salary Placement
Initial salary placement will be within the posted range or pay rate of the position, and is based on applicable education and/or years of relevant full-time equivalent experience at the sole discretion of the College and in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws. Please include all relevant education and full and part-time experience (including unpaid and volunteer experience) in your application that you want the College to review towards potential placement. Hired employees will not have an opportunity to update past education and/or experience or appeal initial placement after the time of hire.
About our Benefits
Mt. Hood Community College offers an exceptional benefits package for part-time employees that includes access to a Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Sick Leave, retirement through Oregon PERS based on meeting eligibility requirements, and a tuition waiver for Tuition Based classes. For more information about our benefits and wellness offerings, please visit
01
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
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Do you have a valid driver's license and ability to insured by the college insurance carrier AND at least three (3) years of driving history?
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Do you have possession of, or ability to obtain, First-Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of hire?
Required Question
Salary: $16.30 Hourly
Location : Gresham Campus, OR
Job Type: Part-time Hourly
Job Number: 2024-00173
Division: Instruction
Department: HPE, Athletics, Aquatics, and Recreation
Opening Date: 04/11/2025
Job Summary and Responsibilities/Duties
Job Summary
Assists with the day-to-day operation of the Mt. Hood Community College Rockwall and Health and Physical Education (HPE) field outings.
Essential Duties
- Supervises all climbing activities including completion of liability waivers by participants, safety technique and belay instruction/testing, and supervision of climbers.
- Teaches introduction clinics.
- Ensures proper check-out/in of all Rockwall equipment.
- Cleans and maintains the Rockwall.
- Assists with logistics, monitoring safety, and emergencies on field outings.
- Provides assistance driving for field outings.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum and Desired Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Appropriate, valid driver's license and ability to insured by the college insurance carrier. Must have at least three (3) years of driving history
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, First-Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of hire
- One (1) year of experience in related outdoor pursuits (backpacking, climbing, rafting, etc.)
- Climbing Wall Instructor certification (PCIA, AMGA, PCGI, or similar)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to communicate well with others verbally and written.
- Knowledge of outdoor equipment such as climbing gear, clothing, and backpacking gear.
- Good customer service.
Working Conditions and Important Information
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment. The position is frequently required to stand, push, pull, climb, reach, and lift. Person should be able to perform several physical tasks and hike for up to eight hours a day over a distance of 10-15 miles a day and have the ability to live and perform in a variety of environments. Physical demands may include carrying a backpack weighing between 50 - 85 pounds over uneven terrain such as snow, rocks, boulders, fallen logs, or slippery surfaces as well as ascending and descending steep mountain slopes. In addition, weather can be extreme depending on the field outing and time of year.
Salary Placement
Initial salary placement will be within the posted range or pay rate of the position, and is based on applicable education and/or years of relevant full-time equivalent experience at the sole discretion of the College and in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws. Please include all relevant education and full and part-time experience (including unpaid and volunteer experience) in your application that you want the College to review towards potential placement. Hired employees will not have an opportunity to update past education and/or experience or appeal initial placement after the time of hire.
About our Benefits
Mt. Hood Community College offers an exceptional benefits package for part-time employees that includes access to a Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Sick Leave, retirement through Oregon PERS based on meeting eligibility requirements, and a tuition waiver for Tuition Based classes. For more information about our benefits and wellness offerings, please visit
01
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have a valid driver's license and ability to insured by the college insurance carrier AND at least three (3) years of driving history?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have possession of, or ability to obtain, First-Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of hire?
- Yes
- No
Required Question