Fitness Trainer

EPIC Fitness Group; Downers Grove (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great career growth opportunities

Set schedule with weekends off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401k with company match

Profit sharing

Free Planet Fitness membership

Night shift premium

Certification reimbursement

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Planet Fitness Downers Grove is seeking a Fitness Trainer to design personalized exercise programs for members based on their experience, medical background and goals. You will promote a safe, effective plan and deliver a high level of client service in a welcoming, non-judgmental environment.

This full-time role includes a comprehensive benefits package, weekend off schedule, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Hospitality and customer-service oriented.
• Ability to lift 45+ pounds.
• Desire and capacity to train at all fitness levels.
• Punctual and dependable with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Design individualized exercise programs for members based on experience, medical background and goals.
• Develop and implement safe, effective workouts for all fitness levels.
• Provide superior customer service to Planet Fitness members and guests.

Skills

Customer service

Punctuality

People skills

Fitness passion

Education

NASM

ACSM

ACE

NSCA

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: EFG Downers Grove - Downers Grove, IL 60516, Salary Range: $18.00 - $21.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Full Time

We are looking for Fitness Trainers who want to be part of our team! The Fitness Trainer is an opportunity to begin your fitness career as well as provide leadership opportunities and growth. Our unique membership base includes a wide range of age groups and fitness levels, allowing you to fully develop your skills as a trainer while working with a large membership base.

What we offer:

• Great career growth opportunities - we are a dynamic and growing company
• A set work schedule with weekends off!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
• A generous paid time off policy that is available on your start date and increases along with your tenure
• Employee Referral Program
• A 401k program with an excellent Company match
• Profit sharing program!
• FREE Planet Fitness Black Card Membership
• This position has a $1/hour premium added to any hours worked 10:00 PM-6:00 AM.
• Reimbursement available for Nationally Recognized Certified Training Certificate (not required for hire) up to $300 for the certification.
• Guardian Voluntary Supplemental InsuranceEmployer paid Life and AD&D insuranceEmployee Assistance Program

If candidate does not have a certification upon hire, they will be hired in as a Member Service Representative, and need to obtain certification within 6 months from hire date.

As a Planet Fitness Trainer, you would be:

• Designing individual exercise programs for each member based on their exercise experience, medical background and personal goals.
• Develop and implement exercise programs that are safe, effective and appropriate for individuals who are apparently healthy or have medical clearance to exercise.
• The Fitness Trainer is responsible for providing a superior level of customer service to Planet Fitness members, prospective members and guests and ensuring an exceptional "Judgement Free" member experience!

Qualifications:

• Continual standing and walking during your shift.
• Continual talking to members and potential members in person and on the phone during your shift.
• Desire and capacity to train at all fitness levels.
• Must be able to lift 45+ pounds.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) accredited certifications such as: NASM, ACSM, ACE, NCSF, NSCA, ISSA and/or WITS (discounts and reimbursement available).
• If candidate does not have a certification upon hire, they will be hired in as a Member Service Representative, at the Member Service Representatives rate of pay, and need to obtain certification within 6 months from hire date.
• Customer Service experience preferred.
• Punctuality and reliability is a must.
• A passion for fitness and health.
• Strong listener with the ability to empathize and problem solve.
• Demonstrate diplomacy in all interactions while using appropriate behavior and language.

What It Means to Join the Planet Fitness Team:

• It means embodying our EPIC core values: Executional Excellence, People First, Integrity and Customer Mania.
• It means being part of a company that cares about improving the health and well-being of our communities.
• It means being a part of a supportive, engaging, inclusive workforce that values diversity and creates an environment where everyone can feel they belong.
• It means encouraging professional growth and development.
• It means creating a positive impact in our local communities through philanthropic initiatives.
• It means being part of a brand of which you can be proud!

Equal Opportunity Employer