Fitness Center Associate, North Side YMCA

Position Description

To monitor the fitness center at all times while positively supporting the YMCA and its mission. Contribute to creating a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, by maintaining a neat, clean and safe environment. Proper maintenance and care of equipment, including regular cleaning is also a necessary and answer member questions or concerns at all times.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Remain visible at all times while providing guidance and support for members in the fitness center
• Make an active effort to encourage members to participate in personal training or other YMCA programs
• Clean all cardiovascular and weight equipment
• Ensure that towels and full spray bottles are available to members
• Re-rack dumbbells and plates during off-peak hours and at the end of shift
• Communicate with the Director and members when equipment malfunctions by completing the Equipment Log
• Maintain an accurate service log, completing the recommended routine maintenance as directed by immediate supervisor
• Aid in the implementation of fitness events and programs
• Maintain current knowledge in fitness trends, innovations, programs, and ideas
• Handle and solve member inquiries, concerns, and complaints
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with members through a proactive approach
• Develop meaningful and sustainable relationships with members, donors and volunteers
• Maintain knowledge of current and upcoming YMCA events and programs
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and all-staff meetings
• Accept and demonstrate the positive character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Must be certified in CPR PRO, AED, O2 and First AID or willing to become certified (Training provided by the Y)
• Must be at least 16 years old
• Knowledge and understanding of current physical education principals preferred
• Must complete Foundations of Strength and Conditioning within 12 months of hire
• Experience establishing personal relationships
• Strong verbal, interpersonal and communication skills

Starting Pay

Starting at $10.00 per hour!

Schedule

Varies during the hours of operation of the YMCA

Pay

Starting at $10.00 per hour!

Schedule

Varies during the hours of operation of the YMCA