Fitness Trainer

Planet Fitness; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

401(k)

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Planet Fitness in Hackensack, NJ is seeking a Fitness Trainer to run the PE@PF program, design simple workouts, and guide members toward their fitness goals with proper equipment use.

You will create bi-weekly exercise updates and manage class schedules, while assisting at the front desk with sign-ups and tours. A passion for fitness and strong people skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Passion for fitness and health.
• Strong customer service mindset and positive attitude.
• Punctuality, reliability and professional conduct.
• Ability to guide members safely and effectively on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Planet Fitness PE@PF program and schedule.
• Assist members in setting fitness goals and proper equipment use.
• Create bi-weekly exercise updates and routines.
• Meet class requirements based on club size and traffic.
• Support front desk duties: greet calls, check-ins, new memberships, and tours.
• Respond to member questions promptly and escalate as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Punctuality

Diplomacy

Listening

Empathy

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma / GED

CPR Certification

Nationally Certified Training Certificate

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Job Summary

The Fitness Trainer will be responsible for running the Planet Fitness group fitness program (PE@PF). This includes assisting new members in the achievement of their fitness goals by designing a simple workout program and instructing them on the proper use of equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct and run the Planet Fitness PE@PF program, including creating and following the schedule.
• Consult with members regarding their fitness goals and instruct them on how to properly and safely use the equipment.
• Create bi-weekly updates consisting of a variety of exercises.
• Meet class requirements based on club size and member traffic.
• Assist in front desk related activities including:
  • Answer phones in a friendly manner and assist callers with a variety of questions.
  • Check members into the system.
  • New member sign-up.
  • Take prospective members on tours.
• Respond to member questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner and elevate to Assistant Manager or Manager as needed.

Qualifications/Requirements

• A passion for fitness and health!
• Upbeat and positive attitude.
• Punctuality and reliability is a must.
• Exceptional customer service skills; able to interact in a positive and professional way with members and co-workers, exceeding the member’s expectations.
• Strong listener with the ability to empathize and problem solve.
• Demonstrate diplomacy in all interactions while using appropriate behavior and language.
• Current CPR Certification required.
• Nationally Certified Training Certificate required.
• High School diploma/GED equivalent required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Physical Demands

• Continual standing and walking during shift.
• Continual talking in person or on the phone during shift.
• Must be able to occassionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Will occasionally encounter toxic chemicals during shift.