FIRST Technical Advisor Assistant (FTAA)

Responsibilities

Implement FIRST safety standards and help manage safety for the event
Provide backup to the FIRST Technical Advisor (FTA)
Work with volunteers to monitor wireless communications and other aspects of the event using available diagnostic tools
Be aware of robot connection problems that arise and be ready to quickly diagnose and assist teams to assess and fix the problems
Assist teams with robot technical issues on the field including but not limited to robot connection issues
Review the Roles and Expectations document for the FTAA
Participate in training opportunities offered by FIRST
Attend daily morning meeting if directed by the Event Manager
Check with event management for specific event/on-site communication expectations. This may or may not include an event radio
Volunteers should only congregate around the scoring table or playing field as is necessary to fulfill the duties of their volunteer position
No one in official event apparel (volunteer shirt or FIRST/Partner staff clothing) around the playing field should be openly cheering for one team
Experience and Skills Needed

FIRST experience required; Understanding of event match cycles recommended
Must be post-high school or equivalent
Minimum age: 18
Exceptions may be granted by event Volunteer Coordinators after review and approval by the local Program Delivery Partner.
Familiarity or willingness to become familiar with one or more of the following roles/areas: robot control system, field management system, field electronics and diagnostic tools.
Should be ready to step in should the FTA become unavailable
Knowledge of the competition game and rules
Strong interpersonal/communication skills
Ability to stand for long periods of time and move about playing field