Fitness Center Staff - Wabtec
About the Role
As a Fitness Center Staff Member at the YMCA of Greater Erie’s Wabtec location, you assist members to ensure a positive and enriching experience. You provide orientations, give proper instruction on equipment and techniques, keep the fitness center and free‑weight room clean and safe, and act as a friendly liaison between members and branch management.
Responsibilities
- Assist members with equipment use and technique, emphasizing safety.
- Provide orientations and onboarding for new members.
- Maintain a clean and safe fitness center and free‑weight area.
- Communicate daily with members to build rapport and address concerns.
- Ensure equipment is operating properly and complies with YMCA standards.
- Promote a welcoming atmosphere and support members in achieving health goals.
Qualifications
- At least 18 years of age.
- Certified in First Aid and CPR.
- Experience with Nautilus, universal, free‑weight, and cardiovascular equipment.
- Strong human‑relation skills.
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance
- Disability and life insurance
- Funded retirement plan
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Free YMCA membership
- Discounted program fees, including childcare
- Flexible work schedule
Pay
Up to $16.48 per hour, based on experience.
Schedule
Part‑time, up to 20 hours per week.
About YMCA of Greater Erie
The YMCA of Greater Erie is a nonprofit organization dedicated to healthy living, social responsibility, and youth development. Serving a diverse population of men, women, and children, the YMCA strengthens the community through its four membership branches, outdoor recreation center, nine early‑ and school‑age education program centers, and community outreach programs that serve more than 35,000 people locally. Employees enjoy a great work‑life balance, respect, and competitive wage and benefit packages.