What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Equipment Manager position at New York Red Bulls?
Company Description
The New York Red Bulls are one of 30 Major League Soccer (MLS) teams. RBNY, one of the ten charter clubs of MLS, has competed in the league since its founding in 1996. The Red Bulls play home matches at Red Bull Arena (RBA) in Harrison, New Jersey. The three-time MLS Supporters' Shield Winners are owned by the Austrian beverage company Red Bull, for which the team is named. The New York Red Bulls offer one of the nation's premier youth soccer development programs, from local soccer partnerships across New York and New Jersey to Regional Development Schools and the Red Bulls Academy teams.
You will be a key stakeholder in providing a world-class environment for the team, supporting all aspects of equipment management for the First Team. This includes inventory management, distribution of team gear and equipment, as well as daily maintenance of team locker rooms at Red Bull Training Facility, Sports Illustrated Stadium, and away markets as necessary. You will communicate with the coaching staff and players daily, ensuring all parties have the necessary equipment to perform in pre-season, training, match days, and any other competitions.
Due to the cyclical nature of the entertainment industry, the employee may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the company.
Job Description
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in daily setup of locker rooms and equipment work areas, ensuring the highest standard of organization and cleanliness in all team spaces.
- Distribution of all uniforms, training kits, and on-field equipment to properly outfit the team for all training sessions, match days, and travel.
- Assist in planning and transportation of equipment for home and away matches, including packing, loading, and unloading equipment into team vehicles
- Oversee proper stocking, organization, and accessibility of team gear.
- Providing support in inventory management and re-ordering of supplies and equipment as needed.
- Support in pressing and managing all team kits and travel apparel in adherence with club and league guidelines
- Ensure quality and appearance of all team issued gear.
- Daily laundry including receiving, washing, and distributing of gear.
- Assist coaching staff in field setup and breakdown for practices and matches as needed.
- Attend training camps, practices, and matches as needed during the course of the season.
Qualifications
- 2 years experience working in equipment, operations, logistics, or a related field.
- Previous experience in professional or collegiate sports preferred
- Strong organizational skills and a keen attention to detail
- Proactive problem-solving skills and an ability to maintain a high standard for daily tasks and projects
- Enthusiastic and eager to operate as part of a team
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
- Familiarity with inventory management systems and Microsoft Office preferred
- Spanish or Portuguese proficiency preferred
Additional Information
Red Bull New York is an equal opportunity employer and we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or any other classification protected by law.
