Fitness Technician II

Socket.dev; Sherwood Park; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness spending account

Employee assistance program

Internal training and development

Job summary

Strathcona County is hiring Fitness Technician II to monitor wellness areas, demonstrate proper exercise form, and mentor junior staff. You will help deliver high-quality wellness services and create a welcoming environment for guests and colleagues in a dynamic Recreation, Parks and Culture team.

This posting covers multiple hourly positions with opportunities to lead group fitness, support supervisors, and contribute to health and safety initiatives in Strathcona County facilities.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge and instruction experience in exercise technique and fitness equipment usage.
• Strong leadership, communication and customer service skills.
• Two years of experience in wellness/fitness centres required; 2nd year kinesiology or related degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mentor Fitness Technician I’s on advanced exercise techniques and equipment usage.
• Greet guests and create a welcoming wellness centre environment.
• Educate guests on available options and host orientations; collect feedback.
• Support supervisors by leading lifestyle change programs and staff workshops.
• Provide daily operational support to supervisors and assist with safety checks.

Skills

Exercise technique

Fitness equipment usage

Leadership

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

First Aid/CPR

Education

Bachelor of Kinesiology (2nd year)

Personal Fitness Trainer Diploma (2-year)

Certifications: CSEP/AFLCA asset

Job description

In our wellness centers, the Fitness Technician II’s monitor the wellness areas while demonstrating proper exercise form and equipment usage, as well as providing leadership and mentorship to the Fitness Technician I’s. As a part of a high-performance team, you will be integral to the delivery of high-quality wellness services. You will create a supportive environment for guests as well as co-workers and supervisors and be part of a team that thrives to provide a guest service experience at the highest level. If you are seeking an incredible career opportunity to make a difference with a vibrant and dynamic Recreation, Parks and Culture team, we are looking for you!

This posting is for multiple hourly positions

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support and mentorship to the Fitness Technician I’s on advanced exercise techniques and equipment usage for guests
• Actively engaging and greet guests as they come through the wellness centre to create a comfortable environment
• Provide and educate guests on all available options, spontaneous use services such as Wellness Centre orientations and collect guest feedback/suggestions
• Provide support to supervisors by leading and developing; large scale lifestyle change programs, orientation programs, staff workshops and health related sessions
• Provide daily operational support to supervisors
• Research market trends, new equipment and other regional wellness facilities for best practices strategies
• Circulate the Wellness Centre to maintain cleanliness, organization, and conduct basic safety inspections on all Wellness Centre equipment
• Complete equipment cleaning, equipment safety checks and statistics of wellness spaces
• Assist group fitness with class set ups (stereo, equipment, etc)
• Run value added sessions and the Fit for the Future program
• Perform first aid and/or CPR when required and make sure all preventable hazards in the Wellness Centre are taken care of
• Promote community wellness events to encourage healthy active living by supporting wellness service initiatives in Strathcona County facilities

Qualificationsand Skills:

• Advanced knowledge and instruction experience in exercise technique and fitness equipment usage
• Strong leadership, critical thinking, verbal and written communication skills; including excellent customer service
• Ability to deal effectively with diverse groups of individuals (guests and staff) and the ability to adapt to ever changing working conditions
• Ability to work well as part of a large team, providing leadership as well as taking direction from different supervisors
• Ability to provide creative solutions for guest customer service
• Two years of experience working in wellness/fitness centres is required
• 2nd year enrollment in a Bachelor of Kinesiology or related degree, or completion of a 2-year Personal Fitness Trainer Diploma program is preferred
• CSEP, AFLCA or equivalent certifications considered an asset
• Standard First Aid, CPR (C), and AED required
• Daytime availability is required and a willingness to work evenings, weekends, and irregular hours

Conditions of Employment:

• Submission of Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
• Ability to perform physical labour as part of the job duties and stand/walk for extended periods of time
  

Who We Are:

Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, collaboration, and accountability.

Why Join Strathcona County:

• Competitive salary
• Health and wellness spending account
• Employee and family assistance program
• Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities
• Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace

Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.

Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.