Robot Inspectors - Robotics Competition (Technical Role)
FIRST AustraliaThe Robot Inspector for FIRST Robotics Competition is a Key Volunteer position. Robot Inspectors perform mandatory robot inspections and weigh-ins to ensure compliance with robot design and construction rules. Determine inspection outcome decisions (pass/fail). Work under the directions of the Lead Robot Inspector. Provide general technical support for teams by helping to resolve issues with their robots. This is a physically active role.
Responsibilities
- Perform robot inspections and weigh-ins
- Complete inspection paperwork
- Participate in deliberations regarding inspection decision issues
- Assist with breakdown of robot inspection/weigh-in areas
- If affiliated with a team, cannot make decisions about or inspect affiliated team’s robot
Experience and Skills Needed
- FIRST experience not required; team experience preferred
- Must be post-high school or equivalent (minimum age of 18 at time of service)
- Exceptions may be granted by event Volunteer Coordinators after review and approval by FIRST Headquarters
- Mechanical aptitude required
- Ability to follow and enforce electrical wiring diagrams
- Ability to follow and enforce pneumatics diagrams
- Strong interpersonal/communication skills
- Ability to collaborate with others
- Ability to move about the facility, and stand for long periods of time
- Strong assessment skills
- Ability to work as a member of a team
- Pass online Robot Inspector certification