Athletic Equipment Assistant

DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Director of Athletics, maintains, operates and controls athletic and Kinesiology facilities, equipment and supplies; issues, receives, stores and repairs equipment; control uniforms, equipment, lock and towel inventories; assures that equipment and facilities are prepared and repaired in a timely manner according to established schedules; performs other related responsibilities as may be assigned.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

E = indicates essential duties of the position

• Maintains and operates the Kinesiology./athletic room and training room; stores, issues, receives, checks, repairs, and maintains inventories for equipment used in athletic and P.E. department for College sports programs.  (E)
• Issues and controls inventory of uniforms, equipment and towels to Kinesiology classes and athletic teams; inspects for proper fit and protection.  (E)
• Sets up and breaks down equipment for department, classes, and intercollegiate events. (E)
• Coordinates game management including arrange of facilities and officials for intercollegiate events.  (E)
• Issues clothing, protective pads, shoes, balls, bats, rackets and other equipment; stencils and marks equipment; assures that equipment issued to athletes is returned; assigns, issues and maintain records of locks and lockers.  (E)
• Assists the Athletic Trainer in the performance of duties; travels with athletic teams and drives athletic van to transport athletes and students as assigned; picks up and returns rental vehicles as assigned; assists in setting up and operating equipment as necessary. (E)
• Assists in preparation and maintenance of athletic budgets; maintains related records and prepares reports; prepares forms for equipment outstanding and for transcript holds. (E)
• Trains and provides work direction to assigned student workers; maintain related time records; participates in the hiring process; maintain related Kinesiology and athletic records and prepare reports for supervisor as required.  (E)
• Inspects clothing and equipment for needed repairs; repairs equipment; inventories and determines condition of athletic clothing and equipment. (E)
• Prepares gymnasium and athletic equipment for Kinesiology classes and athletic events; inspects and maintains safety of swimming pool and tennis court areas; operates and maintains whirlpools.  (E)
• Schedules maintenance of facilities through other District personnel as necessary. (E)
• Assures that custodial personnel maintain locker rooms, athletic and Kinesiology facilities in a clean, orderly and sanitary condition.  (E)
• Performs and administers minor first aid as needed. (E)
• Performs safety checks on protective equipment. (E)
• Contacts vendors and recommends new or replacement equipment and supplies.
• Operates commercial washer and dryer.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and two years experience in a college athletic and Kinesiology department.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Class B California driver's license.
• Valid first aid certificate issued by an authorized agency.

OTHER INFORMATION

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Equipment, materials and supplies of a college athletic and Kinesiology program.
• Methods of cleaning, maintaining and repairing athletic uniforms and equipment.
• Storage and inventory principles and practices.
• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
• Rules and regulations of a variety of athletic competitions.
• District rules and regulations governing students.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Health and safety regulations.

ABILITY TO:

• Maintain and control athletic equipment and supplies.
• Issue, receive, store and repair equipment.
• Purchase uniforms and equipment.
• Assure that equipment and facilities are prepared in a timely manner according to established schedules.
• Maintain inventory records.
• Maintain and repair athletic clothing and equipment.
• Operate a microbus, school vans, electric cart, bleacher mover, audio-visual equipment and copier.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Train and provide work direction to others.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  Not applicable – no permanent full-time staff to supervise.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate hand tools to repair equipment.
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
• Standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
• Lifting moderately heavy objects.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Indoor and outdoor work environment.
• Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
• Adverse weather conditions.
• Chemical fumes.