FWS - Equipment Room Assistant

Post University; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A regional university in Waterbury seeks motivated student employees to assist in managing athletic equipment. Ideal for students pursuing careers in sports management, this role entails responsibilities like distributing gear, maintaining inventory, conducting equipment inspections, and providing support at athletic events. Candidates will work under the guidance of the Athletic Equipment Manager. This is a year-round opportunity, following Federal Work Study regulations, ensuring students cannot work during scheduled class times.

Responsibilities

• Issue and collect athletic equipment, uniforms, and gear to/from athletes and coaches.
• Track and record equipment issuance and return using inventory management systems.
• Assist in maintaining accurate records of all equipment and supplies.
• Conduct regular inventory checks and report any shortages or damages.
• Help in organizing and storing equipment in designated areas.
• Clean, repair, and maintain athletic equipment and uniforms to ensure they are in good condition.
• Assist in the inspection of equipment for safety compliance and report any issues to the supervisor.
• Operate laundry machines to clean uniforms, towels, and other athletic gear.
• Sort, fold, and distribute clean laundry to appropriate teams and staff.
• Assist with the setup and breakdown of equipment for practices, games, and events.
• Provide on-site support during athletic events as needed, including managing equipment logistics.

Job description

Job Summary

The Athletic Equipment Room is seeking motivated and reliable student employees to assist with the daily operations and management of athletic equipment. This role is ideal for students interested in gaining experience in sports management, operations, or a related field. The student employee will work closely with the Athletic Equipment Manager and other staff to ensure that all athletic gear is organized, maintained, and distributed efficiently.

Supervisor: Michael Chisholm - Director of Equipment Operations

Location: Post University Main Campus - Drubner

Pay Rate: Minimum Wage

This is a year-round opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Distribution & Collection:
  • Issue and collect athletic equipment, uniforms, and gear to/from athletes and coaches.
  • Track and record equipment issuance and return using inventory management systems.
• Inventory Management:
  • Assist in maintaining accurate records of all equipment and supplies.
  • Conduct regular inventory checks and report any shortages or damages.
  • Help in organizing and storing equipment in designated areas.
• Equipment Maintenance:
  • Clean, repair, and maintain athletic equipment and uniforms to ensure they are in good condition.
  • Assist in the inspection of equipment for safety compliance and report any issues to the supervisor.
• Laundry Services:
  • Operate laundry machines to clean uniforms, towels, and other athletic gear.
  • Sort, fold, and distribute clean laundry to appropriate teams and staff.
• Event Support:
  • Assist with the setup and breakdown of equipment for practices, games, and events.
  • Provide on-site support during athletic events as needed, including managing equipment logistics.

Disclaimer: Students CANNOT work during scheduled class times per Federal Work Study regulations.

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