Athletics Facilitator

St. Paul's School seeks an Athletics Facilitator with an anticipated start date of July 2026, to support the operation, maintenance, and overall readiness of St. Paul’s School athletic facilities, equipment, and events. This position assists with equipment management, event set-up, and the upkeep of indoor and outdoor athletic areas. During the winter season, the facilitator operates grooming equipment to maintain Nordic ski trails. This role also provides support in the Ma Pool and Gillespie Strength & Fitness Center as needed, ensuring safe, clean, and well-maintained environments for all users. The typical work schedule for this position is Tuesday - Saturday. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following; other duties may be assigned at any time at the discretion of the employee’s supervisor:

General Athletic Facilities:

• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and minor repairs on athletic facilities, equipment, uniforms, and machines.
• Coordinate and assist with athletic event set-ups and take-downs.
• Schedule and execute projects related to the general repair and upkeep of facilities.
• Conduct daily laundry loads of athletic uniforms and practice gear.
• Ensure proper storage and care of athletic equipment, uniforms, and supplies.
• Occasionally, remove trash, debris, snow, and ice using hand tools and power equipment.
• Assist other General Services functions as needed (e.g., event setups, gym setups, special event setups, cleaning, and furniture moves).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Interact with coaches and students in positive and helpful ways.

Pool Assistant Manager (Certified Pool Operator):

• Complete accredited training to become a Certified Pool Operator.
• Conduct regular cleaning and maintenance, including vacuuming, scrubbing, and caring for stainless steel.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of all laws, regulations, and safety protocols related to pool operations.
• Support the Pool Manager with:
• Opening and closing procedures.
• Twice-daily checks of pool chemicals and temperature, or every 4 hours.
• Recordkeeping for maintenance, incidents, and operations.
• Support on-duty lifeguards and scheduled pool activities (e.g., swim lessons).
• Perform monthly (or as needed) backwashing of pool systems.
• May additionally serve as a certified lifeguard if certification is achieved.
• Perform maintenance of the rowing tank. Including annual drain and cleaning of tanks.

Strength & Fitness Center:

• Periodically monitor the Strength & Fitness Center and exercise spaces.
• Clean and maintain all fitness equipment on a regular basis.
• Monitor user behavior and ensure adherence to operating policies and safety procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Qualifications/requirements: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience in facility, athletics, or maintenance work.
• General knowledge of sports equipment, tools, and materials.
• Familiarity with cleaning agents and maintenance techniques for athletic equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude for basic equipment and facility repairs.
• Strong reading comprehension and ability to interpret safety rules, manuals, and work instructions.
• Capable of writing clear, routine reports and correspondence.
• Basic math proficiency (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals).
• Effective problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled instructions.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to achieve Certified Pool Operator Certification.

Physical Requirements:

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching.
• Regular use of hands for handling, operating, or repairing equipment.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds regularly.
• Requires visual acuity for close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception.
• Must be able to work in varied physical positions and conditions, both indoors and outdoors.

Work Environment: 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, often in variable weather conditions.
• Exposure to noise, temperature fluctuations, and occasional hazardous materials associated with athletic maintenance.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be available for emergency snow removal and ice control call-ins.
• Overtime may be required during peak seasons.
• Vacation approvals may be limited during high-activity periods.

St. Paul's School is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity.  St. Paul's School does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, ethnic origin, disability or sexual orientation, and complies with applicable laws for the protection of civil rights.