Recreation Assistant (Fitness and Sports)

About the role

The Recreation Assistant supports the operation and maintenance of indoor and outdoor fitness and sports facilities at Aviano Air Base. You will help set up events, ensure safety, and provide excellent service to participants.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the setup and teardown of gymnasiums, playing fields, and other recreation areas for events, tournaments, and practice sessions.
• Demonstrate equipment use, provide safety instructions, and monitor participant behavior.
• Inspect facilities and equipment for security, condition, and maintenance needs.
• Record attendance, manage reservations, process payments, and maintain financial documents.
• Maintain inventory of supplies, equipment, and resale items.
• Answer telephone inquiries, provide information, and ensure facilities are clean and operational.
• Operate laundry equipment for towels, uniforms, and related items.
• Enforce facility rules, issue cautions or expulsions as needed, and resolve patron issues.

Required profile

• Successful completion of a background investigation.
• Ability to work shift schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.
• Pass a pre‑employment physical examination.
• US citizen or NATO‑country citizen with a valid US permanent resident card and Social Security Number; must be stationed at Aviano AB on orders.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural military environment.
• Access to on‑base recreation facilities and resources.