Hockey Equipment Assistant - San Jose Arena Management

TITLE: AHL-Hockey Equipment Assistant

POSITION TYPE: Part-time, Non-Exempt

COMPANY: Sharks Sports and Entertainment, LLC

LOCATION: San Jose CA

REPORTS TO: AHL Head Equipment Manager

POSTING DATED: September 2024

Pay Range: $17.55 per hour

Position Overview

The San Jose Barracuda are looking for Hockey Equipment Assistants to serve as locker room attendants, supporting Equipment Managers during home game days.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation of the Barracuda locker room prior to the players' arrival on game day.
• Set up and break down the Barracuda player bench and the penalty boxes with the required game items (bottles, towels, sticks, game pucks, etc.)
• Collect the spare sticks for the team and place them on the bench according to each equipment manager's specifications.
• Fill, refill, and swap out water bottles on each bench and penalty boxes during each intermission between periods.
• Provide active support for each team throughout the period of play to receive communication from the bench and fulfill any needs from the home locker room.
• Support post-game clean-up and preparation for the next home game.
• Communicate and coordinate with the Barracuda Head Equipment Manager throughout the week leading up to a home game and throughout the game night.
• Assist in laundry before, during, and after games.
• Always demonstrate and maintain a professional appearance and attitude,
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Hockey Operations staff and office staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in a sports setting preferred.
• Commitment to perform duties at the highest level possible on a consistent basis.
• Demonstrate strategic thinking skills and personal accountability.
• Positive attitude and desire to be successful while having fun within a professional and team-oriented environment.
• Work well in a team environment and have the ability to collaborate with others.
• Coachable and eager to learn.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required by the team's schedule.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to operate, transport, and manipulate certain equipment up to 25 pounds with or without accommodation.
• Ability to bend at the waist, reach overhead and lift up to 25 lbs with or without accommodation.
• Must be able to walk for long stretches of time throughout the duration of the shift.
• Must have the ability to stand for long periods of time inside and outside.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• 401K (pre-tax and Roth options)
• Complimentary or discounted sports and event tickets
• 30% discount in the Sharks Pro Shop
• Food and beverage discounts
• Spot Pet Insurance
• Free Barracuda tickets
• Free ice skating at Sharks Ice (San Jose, Fremont, and Oakland)
• Central office location in downtown San Jose at the heart of Silicon Valley; convenient access to Caltrain, VTA, major freeways, and free parking
• An inclusive culture that values diversity of background and a passion to improve our SSE's commitment to change with impact on our community and industry.

This position is not eligible for U.S. work authorization sponsorship.

Summary:

Born in 1991, Sharks Sports and Entertainment ("SSE") has grown into a multi-faceted organization that includes the SAP Center, the NHL San Jose Sharks, the AHL San Jose Barracuda, the Tech CU Arena, three Sharks Ice facilities, and the non-profit Sharks Foundation. Additionally, we are growing our organization through expansion in the Bay Area and surrounding communities in Northern California.

We work and play in the Bay Area, and are deeply influenced by the technology, innovation, diversity, and commitment to excellence that surrounds us. Our culture is transforming to reflect those values, with an eye towards a pioneering, forward-thinking, and inclusive environment in sports and entertainment.

We live, work, and innovate by a set of Pioneering Principles:

T - Team success is more important than individual success

E - Exceptional experience is non-negotiable in everything we do

A - Appreciate others for their diversity and opinions

M - More risk leads to more rewards and expands our comfort zones

T - Trust that all teammates have the best intentions

E - Empower all teammates to make informed decisions

A - Always say what you really mean and do what you say

L - Lead by showing the respect to others you expect from them

We strive to unite people through a shared love of ice sports, entertainment, and our hometown. We are #TealTogether.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

Here at Team Teal, we recognize and celebrate that individuals come with a wealth of experience and talent well beyond any list of required skills and qualifications - in fact, we believe diversity of backgrounds and skills, combined with passion, are the most important keys to meaningful innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sharks Sports and Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), physical or mental disability, military service or veterans' status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

Notice to Recruiters and Agencies

SSE recruits candidates directly, rather than through third-party recruiters or agencies. Under no circumstances will SSE pay a fee for candidates submitted or presented without a signed recruiting agreement in place between SSE and the recruiter or agency prior to the submittal; any submittal must be for requisition specifically and individually assigned in writing by SSE's HR department. In the case of candidate(s) submitted or presented to SSE by a recruiter or agency without a signed agreement AND written assignment by SSE Human Resources, SSE explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) with no financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.