Department
CSL ATH: Facility Services
About the Department
The University of Chicago is one of the nation's leading institutions of higher education and research. Campus and Student Life (CSL) is comprised of 20 departments that serve the University's 15,000 college, graduate, and professional school students, as well as the campus community more broadly. CSL is importantly charged with the dual task of supporting all students in the University, graduate and undergraduate, and managing multiple campus departments and services that serve the entire campus community. CSL's programs and services focus on supporting student academic success, providing opportunities for personal growth and leadership development, developing community and engagement through the residential housing and dining program, and in areas such as artistic expression, community service, spiritual exploration, and athletic competition.
The University of Chicago community includes approximately 5,600 undergraduates and 10,000 graduate, professional, and other students and there are over 300 recognized student organizations working together to create a vibrant and dynamic student life. The University of Chicago is a member of the University Athletic Association and the NCAA (Division III). The University sponsors 20 varsity sports. The Department of Athletics & Recreation maintains an environment that supports the student athletes' commitment to thriving academically and athletically. A diverse, challenging athletic program supplements the rigorous academic curriculum. The lessons learned through athletic endeavors represent an invaluable part of the nonacademic aspects of a holistic education. Achieving this goal is based on a commitment to excellence
Job Information
Job Summary:
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. The schedule for this position is Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
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 pitchers' 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 the need for equipment repair.
Operates department vehicles, which include a pick-up truck, vans, field markers, and a utility vehicle. As part of basic maintenance of these vehicles, perform general cleaning, check oil, fill the window-washer fluid, adjust tire pressure, fill the gas tank, grease exposed joints, etc. Informs the 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 used by patrons to clean fitness equipment. Informs the 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, Experience, or Certifications:
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).
Hourly Pay Rate:
Required Documents:
Resume
Cover Letter
List of 3 Professional References
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
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
No
Posting Date
2026-04-03
Posting Statement
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. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
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