Community Rowing, Inc. is a nonprofit organization in Brighton, Mass. dedicated to the belief that the sport of rowing provides a powerful tool to promote personal and community growth. We deliver after-school programs to urban youth, provide health and fitness programs to physically and mentally challenged members of the community, and promote health and fitness for the entire community in Greater Boston. The organization was founded by a group of Olympic and National Team Rowers with the goal of widening the circle of rowing and securing public access for the sport on the Charles River. Today we have more than three dozen programs, and we are the largest and most active community rowing organization in the United States.

We are seeking an Oar Technician/Rigger the successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining all CRI equipment in the best possible working order.

Duties include: 

-Repair worn and broken equipment as needed, with special emphasis on the fleet of 450+ oars both sculling and sweep
-Work with Boatman and Assistant Boatman to ensure smooth operation of the award-winning Harry Parker Boathouse facility and general CRI operations. 
-Maintain open and positive communication with all of boathouse users.
-Work with volunteers on special and ongoing projects; provide volunteer leadership with occasional instruction and necessary support; maintain accountability for tasks. 
-Communicate effectively with stakeholders about equipment repairs and maintenance. 
-Proactively maintain equipment to ensure longevity. 

 CRI is also engaged in a special boat design project to create low wake safety launches with a variety of applications.  The project will engage Boston Public School students in construction and marketing of the new design. The oar technician/rigger will play a key role in this endeavor.

Send CV and Cover Letter with 3 references to David Snowdon via email at dave@communityrowing.org