Fitness Trainer

Planet Fitness - United FP Management, LLC; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 16,195 - 23,066; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Black card membership

Generous PTO

401(k)

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Bonus Structure

Job summary

A growing fitness organization in Oregon is looking for a Fitness Trainer to join their team. In this full-time role, you'll help members reach their fitness goals by leading the Planet Fitness program and providing support through personalized workout plans. Responsibilities include motivating members, maintaining a friendly environment, and instructing on equipment use. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma and relevant certifications. Offer includes a Black card membership, PTO, and medical benefits.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• Be ethical and maintain a strong member/client focus
• Demonstrate leadership and teamwork skills
• Possess good time management abilities

Responsibilities

• Run the Planet Fitness program and assist new members in achieving fitness goals
• Motivate and support members in their journeys
• Ensure safe and proper use of gym equipment
• Handle front desk activities and respond to member inquiries

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Personal Training Certification

CPR Certification

Planet Fitness University Classes

Job description

We are bravoFit, a fast-growing Oregon-based Planet Fitness franchisee. Our mission is to help people become their own heroes. We do this by creating and promoting a comfortable fitness environment, where everyday people find inspiration to be their best: in a Judgment Free Zone.

We are growing fast as we rapidly open our state‑of‑the‑art Planet Fitness clubs in Oregon and Alaska. We are still small enough that talented team members can make a huge impact on our future direction, but we’re growing super‑fast. We doubled the number of clubs we operate in 2019. Not only that, we opened our first two clubs in Alaska!

Our Job Opening:

bravoFit is searching for a Fitness Trainer to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for running the Planet 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 proper use of equipment.

Your Contributions:

• Responsible for familiarizing members with the facility, maintaining a comfortable atmosphere for members and visitors, and motivating members that seek support.
• Conduct and run the Planet Fitness PE@PF program, including following schedule.
• Consult with members regarding their fitness goals through DYOP (Design Your Own Program), provide motivation and support.
• Instruct and acclimate members to each piece of equipment in the club ensuring they know how to properly and safely use the equipment.
• Create bi‑weekly updates consisting of a variety of exercises.
• Meet class requirements, size and variety.
• 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.
  • Track inventory.
• Participate in the daily cleaning of the Club and general maintenance of the equipment.
• Respond to member questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner and elevate to Assistant Manager or Club Manager as needed.

Your Proven Track Record:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ethical Conduct.
• Leadership.
• Initiative.
• Teamwork Orientation.
• Member/Client Focus.
• Time Management.
• Technical Capacity.

Why You Should Join Planet Fitness!

• Contribute to changing people’s lives every day by helping us create a healthier Planet!
• Work hard and play hard with an amazing group of talented, dynamic professionals!
• Join a fun, casual team environment with co‑workers who will help make us all great!
• Free Black card membership!
• Generous PTO!
• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Bonus Structure!

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full‑time, nonexempt position. Days and hours of work can be anywhere between Monday through Sunday, 6 a.m. to 5:59 a.m. to include holidays.

Qualifications

Other:

• 18 years of age or older.
• Personal Training Certification from preferred association (IFA, ACE or NCSF) (Cost reimbursed when certification is obtained)
• CPR Certification (obtained through employment)
• Planet Fitness University Classes (obtained through employment)
• Tanning Certification (obtained through employment)

Compensation: $14.25 + Bonus

JOIN THE CLUB.

Enhancing people’s lives with an affordable, high‑quality fitness experience requires a team of inspiring, motivated and fun‑loving go‑getters. As one of the largest and fastest‑growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States, Planet Fitness is just getting warmed up. We’re continuously seeking top talent to join us in cultivating the Judgement Free Zone® and shaping the future of our brand. With more than 2,000 locations in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Canada, the Dominican Republic, Panama, Mexico and Australia, there’s plenty of opportunity on our Planet and we are always looking for talented individuals to join our team!

Our member mission says it best: our product is a tool, a means to an end; not a brand name or a mold maker, but a tool that can be used by anyone. To use our product, members need to feel inspired and motivated. That’s where you come in. If you’re looking for a place where you can make a difference in a customer’s life, you’ve found it. Come to add your mojo to the Judgement Free Zone, but stay for the feeling that you’re making a difference on our Planet.

TO FIND YOUR PERFECT FIT, SEARCH FOR A CLUB OPPORTUNITY NEAR YOU.

Employees at a franchise location are employed by the Franchisee and are not employees of PFHQ (the Franchisor). PFHQ neither dictates nor controls labor or employment matters for franchisees or their employees, and does not retain any reserved authority to control the terms and conditions of employment for franchisees or their employees. Each franchisee is responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state and federal law.

Can you work between 30-40 hours per week? *

Weekend and Holiday work is required. Are you able to fulfill this need? *

Are you willing to agree to a background check and drug test? *

How many employers have you worked for in the last 5 years? *

Based off the job description what three skills in your own opinion would make for a good fitness trainer? *

How would you go about motivating someone? *

EARN RAVE REVIEWS

Our customer service philosophy is that it’s not enough to simply meet member expectations, we want to exceed their expectations and make them our Raving Fans. In addition to positively promoting the Judgement Free Zone, we also want our members to be raving fans of the team members who are responsible for impacting their lives every day, each time they step into a Planet Fitness club. Much like that post‑workout bliss, it sure feels good to know that members recognize and appreciate the people here that create their excellent experience.

CHECK OUT SOME OF OUR GOLDEN THUMB AWARD WINNERS, NOMINATED BY A MEMBER IN THEIR CLUB:

Give it up for Brett, a Certified Trainer in Hampton Township, PA. Not only is he a motivating trainer, he’s an inspiration to never give up. After being diagnosed with MS, Brett kept working toward his goals and didn’t let the disease stop him. He says it best: “As I continue my job here at Planet Fitness, I cannot wait to see what new people I get to train, the lives I get to change, and show everyone that no matter what, don’t ever quit on yourself.