Lead Metabolic Technician

Life Time Inc.•Chestnut Hill, TN

About The Position

As a Lead Metabolic Technician, you serve as the club’s expert and primary provider of Active and Resting Metabolic Assessments (AMA and RMA). You help members understand and improve cardiovascular fitness through science-backed assessment and conditioning protocols. In this leadership role, you mentor technicians and trainers, uphold service standards, and support the growth of heart-rate-based coaching throughout the club. The position calls for knowledge of physiology and program design, along with a passion for education and member experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 6 months of experience delivering Active Metabolic Assessments or similar cardio-based assessments.
At least 1 year of experience as a Personal Trainer, Small Group Coach, or Studio Instructor.
Comfort with basic data interpretation and exercise physiology principles.
Certified Personal Trainer.
CPR and AED certified.

Nice To Haves

College degree in Exercise Science or a related field.

Responsibilities

Conduct Active and Resting Metabolic Assessment appointments, interpret assessment data, explain heart-rate-zone results, and develop personalized 4–6-week conditioning programs.
Promote heart-rate-based conditioning as the club’s subject matter expert; collaborate with personal trainers and other fitness professionals to encourage assessment engagement and educate members about zone-based training.
Guide and support Metabolic Technicians and Trainers in understanding and delivering AMA services; assist in training new technicians and maintain consistent assessment protocols.
Maintain assessment equipment functionality, monitor mask inventory, ensure accurate calibration, and work with the PT Leader to address maintenance needs.
Track appointment completions, maintain accurate member records, and communicate findings to trainers and other relevant team members.
Participate in required and elective training to stay current in heart-rate training, aerobic development, and member programming strategies.

Benefits

Fully subsidized membership.
Discounts on Life Time products and services.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match for team members age 21 and older.
Training and professional development.
Paid sick leave where required by law.
For full-time team members: medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
For full-time team members: short-term and long-term disability insurance.
For full-time team members: life insurance.
For full-time team members: pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans.
For full-time team members: parental leave and adoption assistance.
For full-time team members: paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year based on tenure, and paid sick leave.
For eligible full-time team members meeting the required income threshold: deferred compensation plan.