THE UNIVERSITY OF WYOMING

CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION

This is a description of a staff position at the University of Wyoming not a job opening announcement.  Look for current job openings at the following link:  https://uwadmnweb.uwyo.edu/hremployment/employmentdefault.asp.

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

TITLE:  ATHLETICS OPERATOR/TECHNICIAN IV

REPORTS TO:  Designated Supervisor

UW JOB CODE:  7271

UW JOB FAMILY:  71

SOC CODE:  37-1011

PAY GRADE:  18

DATE:  8-1-00 (revised 7-1-02; 7-19-02; 4-26-04; 7-1-04; 4-18-05)

PURPOSE

Under very limited supervision, supervises, plans, coordinates, and inspects general maintenance, moving, facilities set up or cleaning activities for a designated area; oversees operations and work assignments for special projects.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Determine personnel needs to complete regularly scheduled, special or emergency events; arrange for auxiliary personnel, as needed.

Inspect designated areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations and established standards; provide safety training for support staff.

Monitor and supervise security and maintenance of facilities equipment and tools; distribute supplies, tools and equipment to support staff.

Prepare reports and maintain records regarding efficiency of operations; recommend operational/organizational changes.

Receive reports from support staff and building or area occupants regarding damaged equipment, facilities and fixtures; process work orders.

Supervise and train maintenance/janitorial/groundskeeping/landscape crews; supervise projects as assigned by the Manager.

Some positions may focus on the laundering, repair, and inventory of athletic uniforms and equipment.

Some positions may travel.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

May perform duties of support staff, as required.

May provide budget recommendations for equipment and maintenance needs.

May perform pesticide applications.

SPECIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Advanced maintenance methods and techniques.
• Advanced cleaning methods and techniques.
• Advanced maintenance materials and equipment.
• Advanced cleaning materials and equipment.
• Special events setup and tear down.
• Setup and marking of athletic fields including painting and turf preparation methods, procedures and techniques.
• Maintenance and repair of specialized and/or electronic equipment.
• Safe handling, application procedures, and storage of herbicide pesticide and chemical preparations.
• Advanced athletic field maintenance procedures, techniques, and standards.
• Mountain West Conference and NCAA regulations and standards regarding the setup and marking of athletic fields.
• The occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Customer service standards and procedures.
• Supplies and equipment ordering and inventory control.
• Athletic equipment maintenance.
• Basic inventory techniques.

Skills and Abilities to:

• Follow advanced verbal and written instructions.
• Understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.
• Read, understand, follow and enforce safety procedures.
• Work as a team member and foster a cooperative work environment.
• Safely handle and operate powered grounds maintenance equipment.
• Safely operate cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Perform a variety of groundskeeping tasks.
• Perform a variety of custodial and cleaning tasks.
• Lift and/or manipulate objects weighing up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Communicate with supervisor, staff and customers.
• Supervise and train staff and/or students, including scheduling assignments and prioritizing tasks.
• Maintain supervisory relationships.
• Perform technical and/or complex equipment repairs.
• Safely apply herbicide, pesticide and chemical preparations.
• Assist with budget recommendations, supply purchases and inventory control.
• Paint athletic fields to Mountain West Conference and NCAA regulations and standards.
• Determine and coordinate staffing needs for regularly scheduled, emergency and special events.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports.
• Obtain a Wyoming Department of Agriculture Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s license.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, REGISTRATION OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Valid driver’s license.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Various in/out door environments; regular exposure to chemical and biological hazardous materials or conditions; occasional exposure to fumes, odors, noise, dust, mechanical or electrical hazards; occasional exposure to changes in temperature in conjunction with maintenance of facilities/grounds and set up of events; occasionally works in confined or high spaces.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

Athletics Operator/Technician I functions under direct to general supervision; emphasis is on providing assistance in general maintenance, groundskeeping/landscaping and cleaning for designated areas. 

Athletics Operator/Technician II functions under general supervision; emphasis is on providing regularly scheduled, special, or emergency maintenance and cleaning of designated facilities and set up of equipment for special events, as well as groundskeeping/landscaping for designated areas; individuals in this classification supervise student employees. 

Athletics Operator Technician III functions under limited supervision; emphasis is on providing project/functional supervision in the safe maintenance and preparation of facilities for regularly scheduled, special or emergency events; provide general groundskeeping and/or custodial services for designated area(s); individuals in this classification supervise students and part-time employees. 

Athletics Operator/Technician IV functions under very limited supervision; emphasis is on supervising, planning, coordinating and inspecting general maintenance, moving, facilities set up or cleaning activities for a designated area; oversees operations and work assignments for special projects as assigned by the Manager; individuals in this classification supervise and train benefited, student and part-time employees. 

Authorized by Classification/Compensation, Human Resources                                               

Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.  Participating in the University’s hazardous waste minimization program is part of the job of each employee who uses (or may come in contact with) hazardous materials.  Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non-exempt) is designated by position.  University of Wyoming actively supports Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.