The Utah Royals FC, Real Salt Lake (RSL), and RSL Training Academy are dedicated to the growth and success of soccer in Utah. The Utah Royals FC is committed to empowerment, while RSL represents the state with pride and fosters a winning culture. The RSL Training Academy nurtures young athletes and instills values of discipline and teamwork. Together, they are committed to inspiring the soccer culture of Utah and creating lasting impressions one winning experience at a time.
SUMMARY:
As Equipment Manager for the Utah Royals, you are responsible for daily equipment/gear set-up and breakdown of training, game, and locker room for the Utah Ryals both home and away. Participates in the purchasing, storing, repair, and replacement of all team equipment as well as transportation and inventory. This position will work out of the Zions Bank Real Academy practice facility in Herriman, UT.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Procures team apparel, equipment, and supplies to ensure players have all the supplies needed to perform during training and games.
- Prepares the locker room to ensure players have all the equipment needed for games and training.
- Maintains accurate inventory of team apparel, equipment, and supplies, providing updates to coaching staff regarding equipment status and needed repairs or purchases before a shortage occurs.
- Manages the use of assets at all team appearances, practices, and games.
- Ensure all team equipment is prepared and available for use by the team.
- Distributes equipment to players ensuring they are in good operational condition.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- 1+ year of previous experience managing equipment for a collegiate, or professional sports team.
- Superior organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent people skills including verbal and written communication and the ability to exercise good judgment.
- Ability to demonstrate initiative and ability to prioritize responsibilities and work well in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends to accommodate the teams’ schedule and events.
- Ability to travel with the team to away games.
- Ability to pass a background check and become Safe Sport certified.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in professional soccer.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The job requires regularly lifting/pushing up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifting/pushing more than 40 pounds or exerting heavy force, in a wide disparity or environmental conditions. The job involves standing, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing, etc.
Real Salt Lake provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
Note: The need may arise to revise, supplement, or rescind portions of this job description, and RSL reserves the right to do so at any time. Employees shall be required to meet the qualifications and perform the duties of any revised job description
