University of Chicago
Athletic Aide I
The Athletic Aide I will maintain and set up athletic facilities and department equipment for activities and events associated with the Athletics and Recreation Department. Responsibilities include: Setting up/taking down for both indoor and outdoor activities and events. This includes setting up/taking down things such as fences, bleachers, benches, scoreboards, PA systems, windscreens, nets, goals, baskets, tables, chairs, lane lines, starting blocks, pole vault runways, high jump pads, wrestling mats, etc. Measuring and painting field lines for activities using outdoor fields; measuring and taping court lines on indoor courts. Performing the daily maintenance of the softball and baseball infields as well as the long jump/steeplechase pits. This includes dragging/scarifying infields, raking pitcher's mounds/bullpens/home plates/baselines/pits, watering, bailing water, installing plates, etc. Assembling, performing basic maintenance and troubleshooting problems with equipment. This includes assembling cabinets, ball carriers, carts, etc., and maintaining basketball backboards, rims, batting cages, nets, goal nets, windscreens, etc. Informs supervisor of need for equipment repair. Operating department vehicles which include a pick-up truck, vans, field markers, and utility vehicle. As part of basic maintenance of these vehicles, performs general cleaning, checks oil, fills window-washer fluid, adjusts tire pressure, fills gas tank, greases exposed joints, etc. Informs supervisor of problems associated with the vehicles. Cleaning fitness equipment. Distributing, collecting and changing hand towels used by patrons to clean fitness equipment. Distributing and filling the cleaning solution spray bottles used by patrons to clean fitness equipment. Informs supervisor of any problems found with the fitness equipment. Assisting with departmental deliveries, moving departmental items, and running departmental errands. Maintaining and organizing three workshops and multiple storage areas. Performing other related duties as assigned. Competencies: Must be able to read and write; must be able to follow oral and written instructions. Must be capable of communicating effectively with supervisor, students, staff, faculty, and the public. Education, Experience, or Certifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. Valid Illinois driver's license required. Knowledge of athletic equipment care and maintenance techniques. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team. Must be capable of strenuous physical activity involving lifting overhead up to 40 lbs., bending, reaching, climbing, standing for long periods, walking distances, working in inclement weather, etc. Significant overtime is required (especially on weekends). Pay Range: $18.71 per hour. Required Documents: Resume Cover Letter List of 3 References When applying, the documents MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
The Athletic Aide I will maintain and set up athletic facilities and department equipment for activities and events associated with the Athletics and Recreation Department. Responsibilities include: Setting up/taking down for both indoor and outdoor activities and events. This includes setting up/taking down things such as fences, bleachers, benches, scoreboards, PA systems, windscreens, nets, goals, baskets, tables, chairs, lane lines, starting blocks, pole vault runways, high jump pads, wrestling mats, etc. Measuring and painting field lines for activities using outdoor fields; measuring and taping court lines on indoor courts. Performing the daily maintenance of the softball and baseball infields as well as the long jump/steeplechase pits. This includes dragging/scarifying infields, raking pitcher's mounds/bullpens/home plates/baselines/pits, watering, bailing water, installing plates, etc. Assembling, performing basic maintenance and troubleshooting problems with equipment. This includes assembling cabinets, ball carriers, carts, etc., and maintaining basketball backboards, rims, batting cages, nets, goal nets, windscreens, etc. Informs supervisor of need for equipment repair. Operating department vehicles which include a pick-up truck, vans, field markers, and utility vehicle. As part of basic maintenance of these vehicles, performs general cleaning, checks oil, fills window-washer fluid, adjusts tire pressure, fills gas tank, greases exposed joints, etc. Informs supervisor of problems associated with the vehicles. Cleaning fitness equipment. Distributing, collecting and changing hand towels used by patrons to clean fitness equipment. Distributing and filling the cleaning solution spray bottles used by patrons to clean fitness equipment. Informs supervisor of any problems found with the fitness equipment. Assisting with departmental deliveries, moving departmental items, and running departmental errands. Maintaining and organizing three workshops and multiple storage areas. Performing other related duties as assigned. Competencies: Must be able to read and write; must be able to follow oral and written instructions. Must be capable of communicating effectively with supervisor, students, staff, faculty, and the public. Education, Experience, or Certifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. Valid Illinois driver's license required. Knowledge of athletic equipment care and maintenance techniques. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team. Must be capable of strenuous physical activity involving lifting overhead up to 40 lbs., bending, reaching, climbing, standing for long periods, walking distances, working in inclement weather, etc. Significant overtime is required (especially on weekends). Pay Range: $18.71 per hour. Required Documents: Resume Cover Letter List of 3 References When applying, the documents MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.