Monarchs & Academy Equipment Manager

The Larry H. Miller Company All Groups • Herriman, UT

27d • Onsite

About The Position

Real Salt Lake, Utah Royals FC, Real Monarchs, and the RSL Academy are united by a shared mission of winning together through development. We are committed to building world-class teams by investing in people—developing players, staff, and leaders through collaboration, innovation, and a high-performance culture. If you’re passionate about sport, science, and leadership, we invite you to grow your career with Utah Soccer. Summary: The Equipment Manager for Real Monarchs is responsible for the comprehensive management of team gear, apparel, and training equipment. This role ensures the team is fully prepared for all daily training sessions, as well as home and away matchday operations. Through the end of the Academy season (May), this position will also manage equipment operations for the Academy on an interim basis. This role reports to the Director of Equipment Operations and is based at the Zions Bank Real Academy (ZBRA) facility.

Requirements

• Previous equipment management experience at the collegiate or semi-professional level.
• High School Diploma.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to exercise good judgment in a professional sports environment.
• Demonstrated initiative and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced setting.
• Proven time-management skills with strict adherence to deadlines.
• Ability to work a non-traditional schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to accommodate the team’s schedule.
• Superior organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail.
• Able to pass a background check.
• Must be able to travel both locally and internationally.
• Must hold a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in soccer equipment management.
• Familiarity with heat press operations for jersey and kit customization.
• Experience managing large-scale laundry operations or industrial equipment.
• Knowledge of inventory management software or tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Procure team apparel, equipment, and supplies; ensure all orders are accurate, timely, and within budgetary limits.
• Arrange professional laundering for all Academy gear and manage packing for all Academy away trips.
• Print match and training kits for Academy players as necessary, maintaining high standards for quality and accuracy.
• Maintain a precise inventory of all team apparel, field equipment, and Academy allotments; provide proactive updates to coaching staff regarding repairs or needed purchases.
• Prepare the locker room and training environment to ensure players and staff have all necessary equipment for peak performance.
• Help maintain professional relationships with vendors and suppliers, and assist in managing team accounts.
• Distribute gear to players and staff, ensuring all items are in excellent operational condition.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED