Duke Careers
Location
Durham, North Carolina
The Student Equipment Assistant is responsible for the issuance, maintenance, and upkeep of equipment and apparel for varsity sport programs. This includes providing laundry services, distributing clean laundry, and assisting with athletic competitions and practices.
Student worker experience in collegiate athletics, particularly with equipment, is preferred. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills are necessary, along with the ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
The Student Equipment Assistant is responsible for the issuance, maintenance and upkeep of the equipment and apparel for varsity sport programs and various other athletic departments. This is a part-time, non-benefits eligible position. Be Bold.
Student worker experience working with collegiate athletics, focus on equipment preferred Knowledge, Skills and Ability: Effective written and verbal communication Strong organizational and problem solving skills needed The scope of this position requires weekend, evening and possible holiday hours Thrive in fast paced environment, possess a keen attention to details, and ability to multi-task Ability to lift at least 50 pounds Essential Functions: Provide laundry services for the athletics department Distribute clean laundry to student athletes, staff and coaches Provide after hour assistance for competition, practice, and events Assist other staff members with daily assignments and projects Inventory athletic apparel and equipment and distribute to proper departments Assist with set up for athletic competitions and practice Choose Duke.
Interested Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references online at careers.duke.edu
Education N/A Experience N/A Degrees, Licensures, Certifications N/A Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $0.00 to USD $0.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. Your total compensation goes beyond thedollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/ Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy- related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and reasonable accommodation(s) can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services (email: DAAS@duke.edu; phone: 919-668-1267).
Market context
Student equipment assistant roles in collegiate football are typically tied to seasonal team operations and can draw interest from candidates with athletics or equipment experience in North Carolina. Competition often centers on reliability, communication, organization, and the ability to handle physical tasks such as lifting at least 50 pounds. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your fit by highlighting any student athletics or equipment work in your application.
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