Fitness Center Specialist

Kroc Center; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center of Chicago is seeking a Fitness Center Attendant to provide excellent customer service, assist with memberships, and promote safe use of the gym. You will lead orientation sessions and help maintain a welcoming, well-ordered fitness space.

Under the Fitness Center Manager, you will ensure cleanliness, respond to inquiries, enforce rules, and participate in emergencies as needed while supporting a diverse community of members.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Two years or more experience working with fitness center equipment.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have current credentials and/or certificates and/or license, if required.
• Experience with a computer based work environment.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist under the supervision of the Fitness Center Manager.
• Maintain cleanliness of facility by cleaning equipment and training areas, vacuuming and sweeping.
• Offer regular weight room orientation/instructional sessions to members.
• Verify membership status.
• Ensure safe use of the facility by enforcing regulations and ensuring authorized patrons use the facility.
• Provide information and answer questions about available programs.
• Report all equipment and fitness area problems to the Fitness Center Manager; notify members and staff when machines are out of order.
• Enforce all rules pertaining to the fitness and exercise room and facility.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

2+ years gym experience

18+ years old

CPR/First Aid/AED

Computer skills

Job description

The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center of Chicago is seeking a Fitness Center Attendant to provide excellent customer service, assist with memberships, and promote safe use of the gym. You will lead orientation sessions and help maintain a welcoming, well-ordered fitness space.

Under the Fitness Center Manager, you will ensure cleanliness, respond to inquiries, enforce rules, and participate in emergencies as needed while supporting a diverse community of members.