Fitness & Gym Attendant

The Salvation Army Southern California•Vacaville, CA

20h

About The Position

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. BASIC PURPOSE The Fitness/Gym Attendant is responsible for the safe use of the facilities by maintaining equipment in good working order, maintaining cleanliness and preparing activity areas for events.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED equivalency.
Must be capable of handling job duties mentally and physically.
Demonstrate the ability to relate positively and energetically with staff, clients, members, and customers.
Must have the ability to maintain a non-judgmental attitude in working with customers, clients, members, and staff.
Maintain a professional attitude and approach to problem solving.
Able to work independently, with minimal supervision.
Command of the English language and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Thrive in a team-oriented environment. Be a team player.
Effectively communicate with clientele and staff.
Ability to work with children, parents, peers, and a variety of age groups in a capacity of leadership, counseling, and education.
Adapt to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain poise under pressure.
Ability to empathize and communicate with compassion to all people.
Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check to include a DOJ Livescan Fingerprint check.

Nice To Haves

Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR/AED certification preferred.
One or more years of experience in a public exercise facility preferred.
Exercise equipment knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide great customer service to the community; see that all customers, clients, and members are given prompt and courteous service.
Supply information and answer questions about available programs.
Maintain cleanliness of facility by cleaning equipment, fitness areas, vacuuming and sweeping.
Ensure accurate equipment check out and check in system.
Maintain confidentiality
Demonstrate an understanding of the rules and fundamentals of indoor sports such as basketball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey, indoor soccer and other programs offered in the gymnasium.
Report all equipment, fitness, and gym area problems to the Sports & Fitness Coordinator or Center Director
Notify members and staff when machines are out of working order or in need of repair.
Enforce all rules that pertain to the fitness and exercise areas on a constant basis.
Adhere to Kroc Center operations as well as all policy & procedures as adopted by Administration.
Observe all safety rules and regulations.
Supervise all climbers for safe practices at Climbing Wall area.
Support participant safety orientation.
Work as a Climbing Wall attendant.
Act as scorekeeper and league sports monitor/coach/referee.
Give facility tours in support of the Welcome Desk and potential members.
Aid in belaying testing for interested parties during Climbing Wall hours.
Attend staff meetings as assigned