Athletic Event & Facility Operations Specialist

FH Fort Hays State University•Hays, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Athletic Events and Facilities Specialist is an entry-level position reporting to the Athletic Events & Facilities Operations Manager and assists with maintaining & preparing facilities to ensure a safe, clean, & professional environment for student-athletes, staff, & spectators. This role includes routine facility maintenance, cleaning, & equipment operation, as well as setup, preparation, & teardown for athletic competitions, tournaments, practices, & special events.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

1-2 years of Facility or Event experience
Experience operating various cleaning and maintenance equipment, including, but not limited to: high-speed floor buffer, carpet extractor, floor auto scrubber, and field sweeper.

Responsibilities

Maintain and prepare collegiate athletic facilities, including stadiums, arenas, practice fields, courts, weight rooms, locker rooms, and support areas, to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for student-athletes, staff, and fans.
Provide on-site support during collegiate athletic events, tournaments, and practices to troubleshoot facility issues and ensure a positive experience for athletes, staff, and fans.
Assist with all aspect of set-up, teardown and post-event cleanup, returning facilities to game-ready and daily-use condition efficiently and safely.
Provide general laundry support for several different areas.
Install audio-visual equipment, including PA systems and scoreboards.
Set up signage, banners, and branding for events, including sponsor and university materials.
Support crowd management by ensuring pathways, exits, and seating areas are safe and accessible.
Perform exterior maintenance, including snow removal, debris clearance, and preparation of fields and courts for practices and competitions.
Replace light bulbs and perform minor repairs to maintain safe and functional athletic environments.
Perform general upkeep and maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, windows, and furniture to uphold university and athletic department standards.
Safely operate and maintain equipment such as auto floor scrubbers, carpet extractors, high-pressure washers, high-speed floor buffers, and vacuums.
Dust, clean, and maintain furnishings and surfaces in offices, locker rooms, meeting spaces, and common areas.
Sweep, mop, vacuum, and shampoo floors and carpets as needed, including high-traffic areas used by student-athletes and spectators.
Clean and sanitize restrooms according to established procedures and restock dispensers to support large-scale events.
Lift and carry items up to 50 lbs. safely, including athletic equipment, event supplies, and furniture.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support the success of the athletic department and events.