CLUB - Fitness Trainer

Planet Fitness-United Fitness Partners•Independence, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Planet Fitness is seeking a high-energy, positive Fitness Trainer to help members achieve their fitness goals and build confidence using gym equipment. The trainer leads the PE@PF group fitness program and designs straightforward workout programs for members across ages and skill levels. The role focuses on engaging and encouraging members, delivering excellent customer service, and fostering a safe, welcoming, judgment-free environment. The Fitness Trainer also helps maintain equipment, performs minor repairs, and keeps the club clean. They promote and monitor club policies and safety practices, and may support the broader team at the welcome desk by checking in members, assisting with tours and enrollment, and handling other club responsibilities. Schedules vary and may include any operating hours, weekends, and holidays. Duties may change as the business evolves.

Requirements

Current national training certification, such as ACE, NASM, ISSA, ACSM, or NSCA, is desired.
Knowledge of fitness equipment and ability to demonstrate how to use each piece.
1–3 years of experience in a related field involving training or education in health and wellness.
Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
English-language ability to speak, understand, read, and write.
Dependability and punctuality.
Ability to meet physical demands that may include standing, walking, stooping, lifting up to 50 pounds, reaching, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and handling potentially hazardous chemicals.
Passion for helping others.

Nice To Haves

Studies in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or an associated field.
Bilingual Spanish language ability.

Responsibilities

Lead the Planet Fitness PE@PF group fitness program.
Design individual workout programs appropriate to members’ fitness levels and help them build confidence using equipment.
Encourage current and prospective members to participate in fitness classes.
Engage and encourage members on their fitness journeys and deliver excellent customer service.
Monitor and promote club policies and safety practices in a judgment-free environment.
Maintain equipment and handle minor repairs so equipment is ready for member use.
Keep the club and equipment clean.
Assist with welcome-desk duties, including member check-in, tours, enrollment, and other club responsibilities.
Pursue self-improvement and personal growth while contributing to a positive team environment.