Athletic Aide I

About the role

Department

CSL ATH: Facility Services

Job Summary

The Athletic Aide I will maintain and set up athletic facilities and department equipment for activities & events associated with the Athletics and Recreation Department. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm.

Responsibilities

• Sets-up/takes-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.
• Measures and paints field lines for activities using outdoor fields; measures and tapes court lines on indoor courts.
• Performs 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.
• Assembles, performs basic maintenance and troubleshoots 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.
• Operates department vehicles which include vans, field markers, and utility vehicles. 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.
• Cleans fitness equipment. Distributes, collects and changes hand towels used by patrons to clean fitness equipment. Distributes and fills the cleaning solution spray bottles and dispensers used by patrons to clean fitness equipment. Informs supervisor of any problems found with the fitness equipment.
• Assists with departmental deliveries, moving departmental items, and running departmental errands.
• Maintains and organizes three workshops and multiple storage areas.
• 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 capable of communicating effectively with supervisor, students, staff, faculty, and the public.

Additional Responsibilities

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Certifications

• Valid Illinois driver's license required.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Knowledge of athletic equipment care and maintenance techniques.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• 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).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of 3 Professional References

Additional information

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Benefit Eligibility

Yes

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

Pay Range $19.32

The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

• Scheduled Weekly Hours
• 40
• Union
• 042 - Local 73, S.E.I.U. Skilled Trades - Real Estate Operations
• Job is Exempt
• No
• Drug Test Required
• No
• Health Screen Required
• No
• Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
• Yes
• Posting Date
• 2026-09-04
• Posting Statement

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