Fitness Trainer

Planet Fitness•Vero Beach, FL

About The Position

The Fitness Trainer operates Planet Fitness’s PE@PF group fitness program and helps create a welcoming, supportive experience for members of all fitness levels. The role involves connecting with members, encouraging them toward their fitness goals, guiding them in safe equipment use, and providing assistance on the club floor. The trainer also helps maintain club cleanliness and member safety, supports prospective members, and assists with everyday club operations. Team members are expected to contribute to a safe and healthy workplace by following applicable policies and protocols, reporting unsafe conditions or at-risk behaviors to leadership, and working safely. Some listed benefits are available only to full-time employees.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Nationally Certified Training Certificate required.
Basic computer proficiency.
Willingness to become CPR/AED certified; training is provided by Planet Fitness.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
Ability to stand and move throughout the club continually during a shift.
Ability to communicate in person or by phone continually during a shift.
Ability to bend and twist and move into different positions to accomplish tasks.
Must be able to work around toxic chemicals and perform frequent cleaning and sanitizing.

Nice To Haves

6–12 months of experience in a customer service environment is preferred.
Positive, upbeat attitude and passion for fitness and helping others achieve their goals.
Enjoys connecting with, encouraging, and motivating people of all fitness levels.
Takes pride in creating a welcoming and supportive experience for members and guests.
Punctual, reliable, and dependable.
Patient, empathetic, and genuinely motivated to help others.
Communicates clearly and is comfortable guiding individuals and groups.
Acts with integrity and treats others with respect.
Works well as part of a team and supports fellow team members.
Learns quickly and applies online and hands-on training.

Responsibilities

Create a class schedule for members, including Orientation and DYOP (Develop Your Own Program).
Proactively engage with members on the club floor about their fitness goals, instruct them in the safe use of equipment, and provide support as needed.
Promote the Judgement Free Zone® by connecting with members, offering assistance, supporting their fitness journeys, and upholding club policies.
Frequently walk all fitness areas to help ensure a great member experience and quickly address identified issues.
Conduct prospective member calls and tours, assess membership needs, and offer Trainer services.
Greet members and guests as they enter and exit the club and assist with questions or concerns at check-in.
Answer phones in a friendly manner and assist callers with inquiries.
Clean and sanitize exercise equipment, Black Card spa amenities, communal spaces, and assigned areas regularly.
Clean and sanitize restrooms, keep them stocked and clutter-free, and follow the routine cleaning schedule.
Follow health and safety policies and protocols, report unsafe conditions or at-risk behaviors to leadership, and conduct work safely.