Facility Attendant-White/Hepper Buildings-Campus Recreation (Work Study)

Penn State University•University Park, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position requires you to have received a work-study award. A Student Facility Attendant employed at the White Building/Hepper Fitness Center with Penn State Campus Recreation is responsible for the overall health, safety and welfare of those using Campus Recreation facilities. Under direction of the Assistant Director of Facilities and Operations, Coordinator for Facilities and Operations, and Student Building Supervisor, the Facility Attendant acts as the attendant on duty during operational hours and is considered an extension of the facility management. This position is for the 26-27 academic year.

Requirements

Must be a student at Penn State University
Must have received a work-study award
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Excellent interpersonal skills
Must be a team player
Willing to cover or trade shifts when necessary
Ability to recognize and identify unruly patrons or unsafe behaviors
Must be able to work days, evenings, and weekends as necessary
Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds with or without accommodation
Will be required to attend training in August during Welcome Week, which may be in person or virtual.

Nice To Haves

CPR/First Aid/AED certification preferred

Responsibilities

Create the “First Impression” for the Campus Recreation facilities.
Open and close program areas within Campus Recreation buildings, contact appropriate personnel for troubleshooting issues, and provide participants of the facility with information on all program areas or direct them to the appropriate areas.
Greet and check for proper identification of all guests via Fusion facility management software.
Answer telephones, issue equipment, complete routine building checks, and enforce facility usage guidelines and procedures.
Assist in safety, security, and risk management protocol for facilities.
Assist in event set up and tear down.
Spot clean facility/fitness equipment as needed and put away any equipment left out by guests.
Perform scheduled room checks and counts.
Attend staff meetings, and maintain professionalism at all times, either while assisting members or attending to other work tasks.
Provide backup to facility access staff when necessary.
Provide coverage when needed for special events that go beyond normal operation hours.