Pit Announcer

Volunteer as a Pit Announcer

FIRST Robotics Competition Championship Only

The Pit Announcer makes general announcements via use of the public-address system (PA) in the Pit area.

Minimum Age: 18 years old (must be post-high school or equivalent)

• Exceptions may be granted by event Volunteer Coordinators after review and approval by the local Program Delivery Partner
  

Experience: No FIRST or Related Field Experience required (but preferred)

Training: No pre-event training required

• On-site training from the Pit Administration Supervisor throughout the competition

Role Details:

• Volunteers will be selected and approved by FIRST Staff. If interested, please apply through Volunteer Registrations early in the season to be considered. After applying, please send a follow up email to frc-global-vcs@firstinspires.org with a thorough explanation of your skills and abilities.
• Facilitate adherence to match schedule
• Make general "housekeeping" announcements
• Help facilitate teams needing parts or assistance by making announcements
• Public speaking experience preferred
• Approachable and friendly personality; high energy
• Strong interpersonal/communication skills
• Clear and strong vocal ability and comfortable using a microphone in addressing a large crowd
• Volunteers should focus on the role they are filling at that event. This includes:
  • Helping avoid the appearance of bias by not cheering for one specific team when wearing official event apparel (volunteer shirt or FIRST/Partner staff clothing). Instead, we encourage volunteers to cheer for all teams equally.  
  • Refrain from accessing sensitive event areas unless they are necessary to fulfill your volunteer role for this event. This can include playing field access, scoring table and judging rooms.
  • Wearing volunteer specific apparel (e.g. FTA shirt, Robot Inspector hat, etc) only when filling that specific role.  
• Must read and comply with the Volunteer Handbook

Championship Volunteer Time Commitment:

• Volunteers are needed Wednesday Morning – Saturday Afternoon.
• This role requires long hours. The Pit Announcer must be prepared to be present during all hours that the Pits are open
• More information with times will be sent before the event.

Reports to: FIRST Staff

Currently a Pit Announcer and looking for a challenge? Pit Administrator might be a great role for you!