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Student Assistant - Front Desk

@ Kwantlen Polytechnic University

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Surrey, British Columbia

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Kwantlen Polytechnic University is hiring a part-time student assistant for its front desk, working up to 15 hours per week on the Surrey campus. The role helps run the fitness centre, gymnasium and recreation programs, covering customer service, program registration, equipment set-up and inventory, and supervision of facilities. Pay follows BC minimum wage with increases based on post-secondary credits completed, and the position is reserved for current KPU students.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide customer service at the front desk, fitness centre and gymnasium
  • Support program registration, equipment rentals and membership inquiries
  • Set up and take down equipment for fitness classes and sport programs
  • Monitor and control fitness and sport equipment inventory
  • Supervise fitness centre and gymnasium ensuring KPU policies are followed

Requirements summary:

  • Current full-time KPU student (9 credits or more) in good standing
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Ability to problem solve and stay organized
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Basic computer skills

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Employer posting date
2026-10-28
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2026-10-28
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2026-11-04

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentCustomer service
Hours per week15
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingStore
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer low
LanguagesEnglish

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Kwantlen Polytechnic University

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KPU's Melville School of Business is the second largest undergraduate business school in Western Canada - consisting of over 250 business faculty, 3,500 full-time students, and 9,000 total students annually who are enrolled in one of the 22 available program options. Awarded the prestigious international accreditation by the association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), the Melville School of Business meets the rigorous educational standards established by ACBSP and stands as one of the few internationally accredited business schools in B.C. Your Career Starts Here.

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  • 12666 72 Ave, Main Building, Room 206, Surrey, BC V3W 2M8, CA
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  • Higher Education
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  • Kwantlen Polytechnic University
  • KPU Melville School of Business
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  • Certificate
  • Diploma and BBA Programs and Partners-In-Marketing: Kwantlen's School of Business has partnered up with the Surrey Board of Trade to offer students real life experience working with local businesses
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KPU's Melville School of Business is the second largest undergraduate business school in Western Canada - consisting of over 250 business faculty, 3,500 full-time students, and 9,000 total students annually who are enrolled in one of the 22 available program options. Awarded the prestigious international accreditation by the association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), the Melville School of…

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IndustryHigher Education
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersSurrey, BC
Organization typeEducational
Year founded1981
SpecialtiesCertificateDiploma and BBA Programs and Partners-In-Marketing: Kwantlen's School of Business has partnered up with the Surrey Board of Trade to offer students real life experience working with local businesses
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ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

This role reports to the Sport & Recreation Program Coordinator, and the Fitness & Wellness Coordinator.

SUMMARY

The Student Assistant – Front Desk will assist in the operation and supervision of the fitness centre, gymnasium, and recreation programs within the KPU Sport & Recreation department. The Student Assistant – Front Desk will be required to work up to 15 hours per week on the Surrey campus.

This position is reserved for KPU Students only.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide customer service to students, faculty and staff, while maintaining the front service area, fitness centre and gymnasium.
  • Provide information to the KPU community about what programs and services we offer.
  • Assist with Sport & Recreation program registration, sport equipment rentals, laundryservices, membership inquiries and daily tracking.
  • Set-up and take-down of equipment for fitness classes, intramurals, and sport programs.
  • Monitor and control the inventory of fitness and sport equipment.
  • Supervise the fitness centre and gymnasium facilities ensuring KPU policies are being followed at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Current full-time KPU student (9 credits or more) in good standing
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Ability to problem solve and stay organized
  • Ability to exercise a high level of initiative and responsibility, occasionally working independently and establishing priorities and meet deadlines
  • Ability to work as part of a team and handle potentially unusual and unexpected situations
  • Basic knowledge of computer skills

SALARY INFORMATION

Student Assistants are paid as per the following:

  • Less than one year of post-secondary (less than 30 credits) – BC Minimum Wage
  • One year of post-secondary (30-60 credits) – BC Minimum Wage plus 8%
  • With a post-secondary diploma or degree – BC Minimum Wage plus 21%

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