Student Fitness Equipment Technician — Work-Study

Penn State Lady Lions; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State Lady Lions seeks Student Fitness Equipment Staff to provide operational support for fitness equipment in Campus Recreation facilities. The role emphasizes maintenance, tool use, and teamwork under supervision, with PPE, safety responsibilities, and shift flexibility including days, evenings, and weekends.

CPR/First Aid/AED training within 30 days or current certification is required. Eligible students may work on campus or remotely where possible, with a starting hourly rate of $14.50.

Qualifications

• Must have mechanical aptitude and the ability to use hand and power tools.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• CPR/First Aid/AED training within 30 days of employment or provide current certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration and management of the fitness equipment maintenance program.
• Assemble, move, clean, inspect, lubricate, and perform basic maintenance on cardio, free weight, and selectorized equipment.
• Collaborate with external service companies for warranty, maintenance, and repairs.
• Track inventory and stock parts and supplies; maintain records of maintenance performed.
• Support safety, security, and risk management protocols in facilities.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Power tools

Problem solving

Tools

Maintenance tools

Tool familiarity

Job description

Penn State Lady Lions seeks Student Fitness Equipment Staff to provide operational support for fitness equipment in Campus Recreation facilities. The role emphasizes maintenance, tool use, and teamwork under supervision, with PPE, safety responsibilities, and shift flexibility including days, evenings, and weekends.

CPR/First Aid/AED training within 30 days or current certification is required. Eligible students may work on campus or remotely where possible, with a starting hourly rate of $14.50.