State of Washington Classified Job Specification
SPORTS EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
Definition
Under general supervision of the equipment manager, or equivalent, maintain, re¬pair, fit, issue, and receive athletic equipment and garments.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Positions in this class are distinguished by repair, maintenance, and inventory responsibilities under direction of an Equipment Manager within a large varsity athletic unit or recreational facility for fittings and major/minor repair and maintenance of athletic equipment and garments.
Typical Work
Inspect, modify, repair, and maintain athletic equipment and clothing including sewing, riveting, painting, stringing, etc;
Fit athletes with uniforms and equipment; issue and receive equipment;
Maintain required health, safety, and security practices in locker room and games areas; maintain records of equipment purchases and utilization;
Assist in training of student managers in equipment maintenance and account¬ability;
May operate spotting tables, washers, extractors, and dryers to launder soiled clothing and equipment; use correct procedures to include proper water and steam temperatures, and correct types and amounts of soaps and bleaches in washing and drying athletic garments as necessary;
Assign and maintain lockers for athletes;
Perform related duties as required.
Fit athletes with uniforms and equipment; issue and receive equipment;
Maintain required health, safety, and security practices in locker room and games areas; maintain records of equipment purchases and utilization;
Assist in training of student managers in equipment maintenance and account¬ability;
May operate spotting tables, washers, extractors, and dryers to launder soiled clothing and equipment; use correct procedures to include proper water and steam temperatures, and correct types and amounts of soaps and bleaches in washing and drying athletic garments as necessary;
Assign and maintain lockers for athletes;
Perform related duties as required.
Legal Requirement(s)
There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.
Desirable Qualifications
High School graduation and two years of full-time experience; or vocational school education in equipment repair and maintenance. Six months of additional experience may be substituted for educational requirements.
Examination Requirements
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A job element examination (including written, E & T and oral components) scored on the basis of job related experience, training, skill, ability, and other elements which are established through job analysis.
Class Specification History
New Class: 1-18-74
Revised new class code: (formerly 4169) effective July 1, 2007.
Base range salary adjustment adopted 6/30/2017, effective 7/1/2017.
Revised new class code: (formerly 4169) effective July 1, 2007.
Base range salary adjustment adopted 6/30/2017, effective 7/1/2017.