Temporary Athletic Equipment Assistant

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 9,987 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania is hiring an Assistant Equipment Manager - Temporary to support DRIA’s Equipment Operations for Fall 2026–Spring 2027. You will assist with gear issuance, laundry, maintenance, practice and gameday setup, travel needs, inventory, and supervision of student staff.

Based in Philadelphia, PA, this non-exempt hourly role offers hands-on experience in collegiate athletics operations, with opportunities to learn equipment handling, inventory control, and teamwork in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 0–2 years of related work experience; NCAA knowledge a plus.
• Experience in college athletics or professional sports department preferred.
• Excellent customer service and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs or more.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day equipment operations, including laundry, gear issuance, maintenance, and gameday setup.
• Coordinate daily laundry operations for practice and competition uniforms.
• Maintain equipment rooms and storage areas.
• Assist with receiving and inventory of new product shipments.
• Oversee and train student staff, interns, and work-study staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Organization

Lifting 25 lbs+

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

The University of Pennsylvania is hiring an Assistant Equipment Manager - Temporary to support DRIA’s Equipment Operations for Fall 2026–Spring 2027. You will assist with gear issuance, laundry, maintenance, practice and gameday setup, travel needs, inventory, and supervision of student staff.

Based in Philadelphia, PA, this non-exempt hourly role offers hands-on experience in collegiate athletics operations, with opportunities to learn equipment handling, inventory control, and teamwork in a