Equipment Room Specialist

University of Chicago•Chicago, IL

10d•$20 - $20

About The Position

The Equipment Room Specialist supports the daily operations of the University of Chicago Department of Athletics & Recreation by caring for, maintaining, distributing, and tracking athletic apparel, towels, equipment, and related supplies. Duties include laundry operations, equipment room services, locker assignments, recordkeeping, and maintaining the cleanliness, organization, and security of assigned departmental spaces. The position also assists with maintaining, preparing, setting up, breaking down, and operating athletic facilities and equipment for departmental programs, practices, competitions, special events, recreational programs, and other activities. Three schedules are available: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.; Tuesday–Saturday, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; or Sunday–Thursday, 1:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Schedules may be modified during summer and interim periods, and overtime and schedule adjustments may be required based on operational needs.

Requirements

High school diploma from an accredited institution or GED certificate.
Two years of experience in athletic equipment room operations, recreation or fitness facilities, athletic facility operations, or a related field.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to read and write and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to perform basic recordkeeping.
Effective communication with supervisors, students, staff, faculty, and the public; strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and assignments concurrently.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to adapt to changing operational needs and priorities.
Knowledge of athletic equipment care and maintenance techniques.
Physical ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, walk between facilities in various weather conditions, bend, reach, lift up to 25 pounds overhead, and climb step stools, step ladders, and stairs.
Ability to work in a laundry room with elevated temperatures, consistent machine noise, laundry chemicals, and dust, and to perform duties in indoor and outdoor athletic facilities.
Availability for significant overtime, particularly during evenings, weekends, athletic competitions, and special events.

Responsibilities

Collect, wash, dry, fold, store, transport, and distribute athletic apparel, towels, uniforms, shower curtains, and other departmental and visiting-team laundry.
Distribute, collect, organize, and maintain athletic apparel, towels, equipment, and related supplies for student-athletes, coaches, staff, patrons, visiting teams, and departmental programs.
Manage locker, cubby, and lock assignments, including issuing and recording locker numbers and combinations and maintaining accurate assignment records.
Clean and prepare lockers as assigned by removing, bagging, labeling, and storing personal belongings and performing basic locker cleaning according to departmental procedures.
Maintain records related to apparel, equipment, inventory, laundry operations, locker assignments, and equipment room activities.
Perform basic daily care and maintenance of laundry equipment, including cleaning lint traps, machines, and drains; changing filters; and replacing detergent barrels and supplies. Report equipment problems and maintenance concerns to the supervisor.
Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and security of equipment rooms, locker rooms, laundry facilities, storage areas, and other assigned spaces.
Monitor and communicate needs related to apparel, towels, laundry supplies, equipment, lockers, inventory, and other operational concerns.
Assist with maintaining, preparing, setting up, breaking down, and ensuring the operational readiness of athletic equipment and facilities, including fields, courts, locker rooms, and equipment rooms.
Report facility concerns, repair needs, and maintenance issues to the supervisor.
Perform other related duties as assigned.