Equipment Room Specialist

Equipment Room Specialist

The Equipment Room Specialist supports the daily operations of the Department of Athletics & Recreation through the care, maintenance, distribution, and inventory management of athletic apparel, towels, equipment, and related supplies. Primary responsibilities include laundry operations, equipment room services, locker assignments, recordkeeping, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of assigned departmental spaces.

The position also assists with the maintenance, preparation, setup, breakdown, and operation of athletic facilities and equipment in support of departmental programs, practices, competitions, special events, and other departmental activities as assigned.

There are three positions available:

Monday-Friday: 7:00am-3:00pm

Tuesday-Saturday: 10:00am-6:00pm

Sunday-Thursday: 1:00pm-9:00pm

Responsibilities

• Performs laundry operations for the Department of Athletics & Recreation, including the collection, washing, drying, folding, storage, transportation, and distribution of athletic apparel, towels, uniforms, shower curtains, and other departmental and visiting team laundry items.
• Distributes, collects, organizes, and maintains athletic apparel, towels, equipment, and related supplies for student-athletes, coaches, staff, patrons, visiting teams, and other departmental programs and activities.
• Manages locker, cubby, and lock assignments, including issuing and recording locker numbers and combinations, maintaining accurate assignment records, and assisting with the distribution and collection of related items.
• Cleans out and prepares lockers as assigned, including removing, bagging, labeling, and storing personal belongings and performing basic cleaning of lockers in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Maintains accurate records related to departmental apparel, equipment, inventory, laundry operations, locker assignments, and other equipment room activities.
• Performs basic daily care and maintenance of laundry equipment, including cleaning lint traps, cleaning machines, changing filters, cleaning drains, and replacing laundry detergent barrels and supplies as needed. Reports equipment problems and maintenance concerns to the supervisor.
• Maintains the cleanliness, organization, and security of equipment rooms, locker rooms, laundry facilities, storage areas, and other assigned departmental spaces.
• Monitors and communicates departmental needs related to apparel, towels, laundry supplies, equipment, locker maintenance, inventory, and other operational concerns.
• Assists with the maintenance, cleanliness, organization, preparation, setup, breakdown, and operational readiness of Department of Athletics & Recreation of equipment and facilities (including fields, courts, locker rooms, equipment rooms, and related departmental spaces) in support of athletic competitions, practices, special events, recreational programs, and other departmental activities as assigned. Reports facility concerns, repair needs, and maintenance issues to the supervisor.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Must be able to read and write.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to perform basic recordkeeping.
• Must be capable of communicating effectively with supervisors, students, staff, faculty, and the public.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments concurrently required.
• Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Must be able to adapt to changing departmental operational needs and priorities.

Additional Responsibilities

Education, Experience, or Certifications:

Education:

• High school diploma from an accredited institution or a GED certificate required.

Experience:

• Two years of experience in athletic equipment room operations, recreation or fitness facilities, athletic facility operations, or a related field required.

Technical Knowledge and Skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong time management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to perform basic recordkeeping.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of athletic equipment care and maintenance techniques.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• There are three positions available: Monday-Friday 7am-3pm, Tuesday-Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday-Thursday 1pm-9pm. These positions may have a modified schedule during summer and interim periods. Overtime opportunities and schedule adjustments will be required based on departmental operational needs.
• Must be physically capable of performing duties involving prolonged standing, walking between facilities in various weather conditions, bending, reaching, lifting overhead up to 25 pounds, and climbing step stools, step ladders, and stairs.
• Must be capable of working within a laundry room environment involving elevated room temperatures, consistent laundry machine noise, exposure to laundry chemicals, and dust.
• Must be capable of performing assigned duties in indoor and outdoor athletic facilities and related departmental spaces.
• Significant overtime may be required, particularly during evenings, weekends, athletic competitions, and special events.

Required Documents

• Resume
• References (3)

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.

Pay Range: $19.67 - $20.26

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.