Athletics Assistant

University of Utah; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah is seeking a Facilities Aide to provide general support for Athletics facilities, events, and outdoor turf operations. You will assist with day-to-day maintenance, event setup/breakdown, and safe, clean facility upkeep across athletic venues.

The role involves assisting full-time staff, supporting sports turf tasks, and ensuring smooth operation of facilities during events and practices on sunny days and in outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• One year of related maintenance experience or equivalent (one year education can substitute for two years experience).
• Ability to climb ladders/scaffolding and perform physical work.
• Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with upkeep, cleaning, maintenance, and operation of Athletics facilities and event spaces.
• Support athletic events with setup, breakdown, equipment movement, and related duties.
• Aid sports turf and grounds maintenance including mowing, raking, debris removal, and field prep.
• Help maintain safe, clean, and functional facilities and surfaces for competition/practice.
• Perform other duties to support Athletics facilities, events, and turf operations.

Skills

One year related experience

Lift 60 lbs

Strong communication skills

Valid US Driver’s License

Tools

General maintenance tools

Job description

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

Provides general support for Athletics facilities, events, and sports turf/grounds operations. Assists full-time staff with day-to-day maintenance, event setup and breakdown, facility upkeep, and operational support across athletic venues and outdoor sports turf areas.

Responsibilities

• Assists with general upkeep, cleaning, maintenance, and operational support of Athletics facilities and event spaces.
• Supports athletic events through setup, breakdown, equipment movement, and other event‑related duties.
• Assists with sports turf and grounds maintenance including mowing, raking, debris removal, field preparation, and related outdoor tasks.
• Helps maintain safe, clean, and functional athletic facilities and competition/practice surfaces.
• Performs other duties as assigned in support of Athletics facilities, events, and sports turf operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of related experience; demonstrated knowledge of general maintenance and related tools or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience);
• Climb step ladders/scaffolding
• Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills required
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time while on shift
• Must be able to lift 60 lbs
• Must be able to work extended periods in direct sunlight
• Must have a valid US Driver’s License

This position is not responsible for providing patient care.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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