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Englewood Schools

Gameworker

Englewood, CO · On-site

$20/hr

Chain crew/Field Set-Up (Football) * Establish student, staff and parental rapport that allows for a proactive response to potential problems. * Actively participate in required training. * Apply and ...

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Papa John's

Instore Crew Member

Oxford, MS

$12/hr

Must be able to work on home football game Saturdays. * * Payday is every Friday! * * Locally owned ... It is the fourth largest pizza delivery restaurant chain in the United States, with headquarters in ...

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How much do football chain crew jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for football chain crew in the United States is $18.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.22 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to get a job as a football chain crew?

To become a football chain crew member, you typically need to be at least 16 years old, pass a background check, and attend a training session provided by the team or stadium. Prior experience is not required, but good communication skills and the ability to work outdoors during games are important. Availability on game days and a reliable work ethic are also essential for this role.

What does a football chain crew do on a typical game day?

On game day, Football Chain Crew members arrive well before kickoff to review procedures and set up the sideline equipment with other crew members and officials. During the game, they work as a team to move the chains and down markers quickly and accurately after each play, while paying close attention to the instructions from referees. The role requires standing, lifting, and moving with focus and precision throughout the game, often in varying weather conditions. Teamwork, clear communication, and the ability to stay alert are essential, as the flow of the game depends on the chain crew’s timely and accurate actions.

What is a football chain crew?

A Football Chain Crew is responsible for assisting officials in measuring downs and distances during a football game. The crew typically consists of three members who hold the down marker and chains to indicate the line of scrimmage and distance needed for a first down. They work on the sidelines, moving as the ball advances and ensuring accurate placement. This role requires attentiveness, quick movement, and good coordination with game officials to maintain smooth gameplay.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the football chain crew position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Football Chain Crew member, you need good physical fitness, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of football rules, but no formal education or certifications are typically required. Familiarity with chain equipment and down markers, along with the ability to follow the directions of referees, is important. Dependability, teamwork, and the ability to remain focused amid distractions are key soft skills that enhance performance in this position. These skills are crucial to ensure accurate game measurement and timing, contribute to the safety of players, and support smooth game operations.

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Infographic showing various Football Chain Crew job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 20% Full Time, and 80% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $39,021 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Football Chain Crew (Wage)

University of Virginia

Charlottesville, VA • On-site

$20/hr

Part-time

Posted 8 days ago

University Of Virginia rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

208th of 618 rated colleges and universities

Job description

The University of Virginia Department of Athletics is seeking Football Chain Crew Staff to perform duties to assist in the game day operations of the various intercollegiate sports within the University's Department of Athletics.
Employees in these roles should possess strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills and work well in a team dynamic. The ability to observe an entire game while paying close attention to specific details and following highly specific directions is required. The abilities to work evening, night, and weekend hours and to work outdoors in high or low temperatures will also be required.
Position Compensation: $20.00 Hourly
This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029
To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu and attach a current resume. Search on requisition number: R0085917.
Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website .
The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: None
Experience: None
Licensure: None
Preferred Qualifications:
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Some related experience staffing athletic events, or at least 1 year of experience as a game operations event staff employee, sport coach or athlete, or as a game official at high school, collegiate, or professional athletic events
  • Strong organizational and customer service skills
  • Abilities to communicate with Athletics staff, officials, and other event staff while working as part of a team, to observe an entire game while paying close attention to specific details and following highly specific directions, to sit in high or low outdoor temperatures for extended hours, and to work night and weekend hours
  • Strong knowledge of the rules of various intercollegiate sports and of the NCAA rules and regulations associated with these sports is preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling
Job Profile
J0885 - Usher/Ticket Personnel (Non-student)
Career Stream and Level
No Career Stream-No Level
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .

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The University of Virginia is distinctive among institutions of higher education. Founded by Thomas Jefferson in 1819, the University sustains the ideal of developing, through education, leaders who are well-prepared to shape the future of the nation.

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