Gym Attendant - PT $14/hr

About the role

The part-time Wellness Center Attendant will assist and motivate members of the Exeter Area YMCA to ensure a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Clean and adjust equipment on the wellness floor.
• Maintain cleanliness of Wellness floor; cleaning machines, picking up weights left on floor, water bottles, refilling wipes and toilet paper dispensers.
• Conduct tours for potential new members.
• Conduct new member wellness screenings, exercise prescriptions and orientations.
• Circulate through the Wellness Center to maintain a friendly, open and helpful relationship with all members.
• Look for any potential hazards or problems in the Wellness Center operations.
• Promote member programs and services.
• Support member retention through all programs and services.
• Stay current on fitness concepts and ideas.
• Respond to emergencies as necessary.
• Aid with walkway snow removal and de-icing in the winter months as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1 year previous fitness related experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to connect with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of fitness equipment and proper use.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work as part of a team for the success of the department.
• Must be able to complete YMCA required training as scheduled by management.
• Must maintain updated certifications of the job (CPR and First Aid/AED).
• Ability to stay calm in stressful situations.
• Ability to respond to critical incidents act swiftly in emergency situations.
• Scheduling flexibility.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain alert for several hours at a time.
• Ability to walk, stand or sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to bend, kneel, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate needs.