The Northern Lights Health Foundation’s 9th Annual Hospital Bed Races, presented by Birch Mountain Enterprises LP are a fun and entertaining family event where teams of four race in head-to-head heats while pushing a hospital bed 50 meters, with the fastest team winning the coveted golden bedpan trophy.
As part of the FLOATER CREW, your role will give breaks to volunteers assigned a certain area. Some of your duties include, but are not limited to:
· Greet and welcome participants/viewers to the races
· Keep track of the teams racing order and answer any questions about the schedule
· Round up the teams prior to the start of their race
· Do a walk-around of the beds (check for broken parts, ensure the bed bug is secure, no deficiencies, etc) and report any problems to the volunteer coordinator
· Hype up the teams and get them excited to race
· Ensure the race track is free and clear of any debris or hazard prior to the start each race
· Ensure the audience, teammates, and other viewers are always behind the viewing stanchions
· Report any hazards on the race track to the Race Starter (as needed)
· Collect the beds from a finished race and quickly bring them to the Pit Crew located near the start line
· Work under the direction of the Volunteer Coordinator/Assistant and a NLHF staff member
Skills & Qualifications:
· Excellent communications skills
· Excellent interpersonal skills
· Ability to stand for an extended period of time
· Must be comfortable using a walkie-talkie
Attributes:
· Close-toed shoes required
· Dress for the weather (wear layers)
· BBQ and snacks provided
