Fitness Trainer

Planet Fitness•Brentwood, NY

9d•$19 - $20

About The Position

At Planet Fitness, the mission is to enhance people’s lives by providing a high-quality fitness experience in a welcoming, judgement free environment. The company describes its culture as supportive and engaging, with a focus on community health and wellbeing and member experiences that exceed expectations. The Fitness Trainer operates the Planet Fitness group fitness program (PE@PF), including creating class schedules for members. The role supports members on the club floor by helping them pursue fitness goals and safely use equipment, while maintaining a welcoming environment and upholding club policies. The position also involves member service, club-area walkthroughs, prospective-member calls and tours, and regular cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and facilities. The hourly pay range is $18.50 to $20.00. Benefits listed include medical, dental and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability; term life insurance; a 401(k) retirement savings plan; flexible spending accounts; vacation, sick and holiday pay; a free Black Card Membership; tuition reimbursement; employee perks and discounts; and team-building competitions and social events. Certain benefits are offered only to full-time employees. 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.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Willing to become CPR/AED Certified; training is provided by Planet Fitness.
Nationally Certified Training Certificate required.
Basic computer proficiency.
Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
Continual standing and movement throughout the club during the shift.
Continual in-person or phone communication during the shift.
Must be able to bend and twist and move into different positions to accomplish tasks.
Will encounter toxic chemicals during the shift.
Frequent cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and facilities.

Nice To Haves

6–12 months of experience in a customer service environment is preferred.
Positive and upbeat attitude; passion for delivering a consistent and exceptional experience to members, guests, and team members; punctuality, reliability, dependability, integrity, respect, diplomacy, communication and listening skills, empathy, motivation to help others, ability to inspire and motivate, and ability to quickly learn and apply training.

Responsibilities

Operate the Planet Fitness group fitness program (PE@PF).
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 on safe equipment use, and provide support as needed.
Connect with members on the club floor, offer assistance, support their fitness journeys, and uphold club policies.
Frequently walk all fitness areas to ensure a good member experience and quickly address issues identified.
Perform 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.
Regularly clean and sanitize exercise equipment, Black Card spa amenities, communal spaces, and assigned areas.
Keep restrooms clean and sanitized, stocked, and clutter-free by following the routine cleaning schedule.
Follow applicable health and safety policies and protocols, report unsafe conditions or at-risk behaviors to leadership, and work safely.