Athletic Equipment & Logistics Assistant

Northeastern University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Northeastern University is seeking an Assistant Athletic Equipment Manager in Boston to support the daily operations of the athletic equipment department. Duties include laundry services, uniform distribution and collection, inventory maintenance, game-day setup, and storage organization, coordinating with coaches, student-athletes, workers, and athletics staff.

The role involves assisting with practices, competitions, team travel, and other department activities, with a focus on organization,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow established procedures and maintain accurate records.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with coaches, student-athletes, student workers, and athletics staff.
• Ability to safely handle and transport athletic equipment and supplies.
• Ability to work a variable schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and athletic competitions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the distribution, collection, fitting, organization, maintenance, and storage of athletic equipment and apparel for assigned athletic programs.
• Maintain accurate equipment inventories and assist with periodic inventory counts.
• Inspect equipment and apparel for condition, cleanliness, and functionality; report damaged, missing, or unsafe equipment to the Head Equipment Manager.
• Assist with basic equipment fitting, adjustment, maintenance, repair, and modification.
• Prepare and organize equipment for practices, competitions, team travel, and other athletic events.
• Assist with game-day setup and breakdown, including equipment preparation, placement, collection, and storage.
• Operate department laundry equipment and process uniforms, practice gear, towels, and other athletic apparel.
• Maintain clean, organized, and secure equipment rooms, storage areas, and laundry facilities.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and transportation of equipment and supplies between university facilities and other locations as assigned.
• Operate university vehicles, as authorized, in accordance with university policies and applicable requirements.
• Provide limited direction and oversight to student workers, as assigned.
• Communicate equipment needs, shortages, damages, and operational concerns to the Head Equipment Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Procedures compliance

Communication skills

Interpersonal with staff

Safety in handling equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Northeastern University is seeking an Assistant Athletic Equipment Manager in Boston to support the daily operations of the athletic equipment department. Duties include laundry services, uniform distribution and collection, inventory maintenance, game-day setup, and storage organization, coordinating with coaches, student-athletes, workers, and athletics staff.

The role involves assisting with practices, competitions, team travel, and other department activities, with a focus on organization,