PWHL Hamilton
Assistant Equipment Manager
PWHL Hamilton - Entry Level
Hamilton, ON, Canada
Equipment Manager
1
2
hours ago
About the PWHL
The Professional Women’s Hockey League delivers world-class competition and fosters meaningful connections with fans and communities through operational excellence, purposeful partnerships, and a focus on long-term sustainability. We are dedicated to cultivating a workplace and league culture rooted in integrity, innovation, and inclusion, on and off the ice.
Position Summary
PWHL Hamilton is seeking an Assistant Equipment Manager to support the day-to-day operations of the equipment department. Reporting to the Head Equipment Manager, this position will play a critical role in assisting with all aspects of team equipment operations, ensuring players and staff are provided with the necessary gear, resources, and services to maintain a professional team environment. This posting is for a newly created position. This is a full-time, seasonal position running from October 1, 2026 through June 18, 2027. The hourly pay rate for this position is $28.00 CAD.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist with daily equipment setup and preparation for practices and games.
- Support the distribution, storage, and maintenance of athletic equipment.
- Assist with laundering of uniforms, practice gear, towels, and related materials.
- Aid in the setup and breakdown of locker rooms for home and visiting teams.
- Help pack and unpack equipment for team travel, including transport by truck, plane, and/or bus.
- Assist with equipment repair duties including skate sharpening, riveting, sewing, and maintenance.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Head Equipment Manager.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in ice hockey equipment operations.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
- This position is based in Canada. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The PWHL does not provide work permit sponsorship for this role.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in collegiate, international, and/or a professional hockey setting.
- A bachelor’s degree.
Flexibility & Travel
Candidate must be able to work on-site in Hamilton, Ontario, including evenings, weekends, and travel with the team as required.
The Professional Women’s Hockey League is 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.
The Professional Women’s Hockey League is 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.
A background check will be conducted once a successful candidate is identified.
