Fitness Team Member (Northwest)

Greater-Austin-Ymc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Retirement planning options

Learning and development workshops

Exclusive cell phone plan discounts

Discounts on programs and services

Job summary

The Greater Austin YMCA is seeking a Fitness Team Member to create a safe, welcoming environment where members can focus on improving their health and wellness. You will help keep spaces clean, assist with activities, and support a positive atmosphere that reflects YMCA values.

You will work with a team to ensure equipment safety, provide guidance on workouts, and handle light administrative tasks. The role emphasizes service, inclusion, and helping members achieve goals.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Basic fitness knowledge and some prior experience.
• First Aid/CPR certifications must be obtained within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Keep the fitness area free of hazards by racking weights, clearing floors, and sanitizing equipment.
• Encourage members to understand benefits of exercise and weight training.
• Address fitness-related questions from members with expert guidance.
• Facilitate individual or group activities as directed by supervisor.
• Report and track maintenance needs to ensure equipment is in working order.
• Assist with administrative tasks including data entry and organizing materials.
• Assess fitness levels and recommend appropriate activities for members.
• Follow YMCA policies, safety procedures, and payroll procedures.

Skills

Basic fitness knowledge

First Aid/CPR certification within 60 

Job description

As a Fitness Team Member, you play a crucial role in creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment where individuals can focus on improving their health and wellness. You help ensure that members feel confident and motivated in their fitness journey by maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organized space. By providing exceptional customer service, addressing safety concerns, and promoting a positive atmosphere, you directly contribute to the success of our members and the overall YMCA community.

How You Make an Impact

• Keep the fitness area free of hazards by racking weights, clearing floors, and sanitizing equipment, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all members.
• Encourage members to understand the benefits of exercise and weight training, providing guidance that helps them build confidence and achieve their fitness goals.
• Address fitness-related questions and concerns from members, offering expert advice to help them succeed on their health journey.
• Facilitate individual or group activities as directed by your supervisor, helping members stay motivated and engaged in their fitness routine.
• Report and track maintenance needs to ensure fitness equipment is always in working order, preventing disruptions in member experience.
• Support with administrative tasks, including data entry, copying, and organizing materials, to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Assess the fitness levels of participants and recommend appropriate activities , ensuring each member gets the most out of their workouts.
• Follow the Greater Austin YMCA’s People Guidelines, Code of Ethics, payroll procedures (including completing timesheets), and established emergency procedures to maintain a safe and efficient workplace.
• Attend all required meetings and trainings, ensuring you are up-to -date with YMCA policies, safety procedures, and best practices.
• Set up and break down equipment as needed, ensuring a seamless and efficient workout environment for all members.
• Demonstrate the YMCA’s values in every interaction, fostering a positive culture and serving as an ambassador of our work to inspire others and strengthen our purpose within the community.
• Assist with additional tasks as needed, contributing to the overall success of the program.

What Yo u Bring to the Y

• Must be at a minimum of 1 6 years old.
• Basic fitness knowledge and some previous fitness experience.
• First Aid/CPR certifications (must be obtained within 6 0 days of employment).
• You have a growth mindset - You quickly learn from failure and value feedback in an effort to continuously improve.
• You are a team player —You are a team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude and can work well with others.
• You communicate effectively - You listen for understanding and meaning. You speak and writeeffectively.
• You are customer-focused – You build good customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions.
• You foster a culture of inclusion and belonging -You leverage people’s differences as strengths.

Physical Requirements:

This role involves physical activity, such as sitting, standing, walking, bending, and lifting or moving equipment and furniture. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

About Us

The Greater Austin YMCA is a dynamic force elevating quality of life in Greater Austin by boldly expanding access for all children, adults, families and seniors in our rapidly growing community. For nearly 75 years, the Greater Austin YMCA has evolved to address each community's greatest needs, touching every phase of life and nurturing happier, healthier people, a stronger community and a better world.

We believe everyone deserves access to high-quality programs that keep our community strong. As a proud 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we provide financial assistance to expand access so community members can learn, grow, and thrive through our early learning academies, fitness and wellness centers, youth programs, workforce development, adult programming, mental health counseling, and more.

Each year, the Y serves nearly 140,000 people across Travis and Hays counties through seven fitness and wellness centers, more than 55 licensed campuses in four school districts, two YMCA Tomorrow Academy™ locations, and Camp Moody, our outdoor Adventure camp.

Globally, the YMCA is one of the oldest and largest youth-serving organizations in the world, united by our commitmentto a better future -- for all.

Additional Information:

The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

The Greater Austin YMCA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Greater Austin YMCA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We Take Care of Our People

• Benefit from a free household YMCA membership, enriching both your life and the lives of others.
• Access retirement planning options to secure your future.
• Enhance your skills through participation in learning and development workshops.
• Exclusive cell phone plan discounts for AT&T and T-Mobile/Sprint users.
• Discounts on programs and services to make your YMCA experience even more rewarding.

Pay Range

$15 - $18 per hour, DOE