Equipment Coordinator

This is a Full Time Job

Who are we:
A professional basketball team and state-of-the-art arena/entertainment venue that specializes in creating memorable experiences for each guest we interact with. Some of our favorite things are live sports, concerts, comedy shows, family shows, and most any other world-class event you can think of, and we're looking for someone who shares the same interests. We live for the fast-paced world of sports & live entertainment, and as such, we work hard, run fast, execute flawlessly, and party it up when it all comes together. Lastly, we strive to deliver wonderful experiences that create lasting memories, and we prefer to surround ourselves with those who are the best at what they do.

Who are you:
An enthusiastic lover of sports, live entertainment, and people. You have true passion for engaging in meaningful interactions and creating memorable experiences for all guests. You strive to be helpful, engaging, and knowledgeable of all things Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena. You enjoy being a part of an exciting and dynamic group, and you're committed to continuously enhancing the productivity and effectiveness of your team. Lastly, you enjoy working hard and celebrating hard, and you'd be shocked if guests weren't positively impacted by their interactions with you.

ROLE: The Equipment Coordinator is responsible for the daily maintenance of the basketball team's equipment needs at both the practice facility and arena.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Ensure that all equipment is prepared and available for the team on a daily basis, for both practices and games.
• Execute a system for cleaning and maintaining all equipment to the exacting standards of a professional sports team.
• Maintain accurate records for inventory and conditions of equipment at the practice facility and arena.
• Responsible for setup, maintenance and appearance of all locker rooms for players, coaches and basketball staff at the practice facility and arena on a daily basis to meet request that they might need fulfilled, including shower supplies, hygiene products and towels.
• Develop and execute a system for restocking all beverages to meet the needs of players and athletic training staff at the practice facility and arena.
• Responsible for equipment room maintenance and inventory, including restocking, receiving orders and distribution.
• Ensure a timely, if not immediate, response to all equipment needs and requests by players, coaches and staff.
• On occasion, and as directed, serve as a main liaison to visiting team equipment managers on game days, handling all of the visiting team needs from meeting the team at morning shootarounds to assisting with pregame & postgame needs, including the delivery and setup of the food for the visiting team's postgame meal.
• Potential for occasional travel with team on road trips, as directed, to provide for maintenance of team's equipment while on the road.
• While traveling, ensure that all luggage is handled safely, from the unloading of the plane until the items arrive to the players/staff guest rooms.

Qualifications and Requirements:
• Experience working in Equipment or Team Operations for a professional sports team, or as a Manager for a collegiate sports program, strongly preferred.
• Ability to successfully manage several projects concurrently and independently, with little to no supervision from managers.
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to be consistently detail-oriented.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and an ability to meet the steep demands and expectations of professional athletes and a professional sports team.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Due to behind-the-scenes access to professional athletes and the sensitive private information of a professional sports team, discretion, trustworthiness and integrity are vital traits.
• Proven ability to work under extreme pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Must be self-motivated and goal oriented.
• Computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to perform heavy physical work. Must be able to lift 50+ pounds, climb ladders, squat, twist and manage other physical demands as needed.
• Must be able to work non-traditional hours including weekends, nights and holidays as needed.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

If this opportunity looks exciting to you, please complete the application process. Go Hawks!