Fitness Trainer

Planet Fitness; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

complimentary back card membership

company facilitated training

rewards and recognition programs

Job summary

Planet Fitness in Oshkosh, WI seeks a high-energy Fitness Trainer to lead the PE@PF program and guide members toward their fitness goals. You will design simple workouts and instruct proper equipment use in small group classes, while delivering friendly service at the front desk and tours for prospective members.

Join a team that values upbeat attitudes, reliability, and excellent customer care while helping members stay motivated and safe in a Judgement Free Zone environment.

Qualifications

• Passion for fitness and health.
• Upbeat and positive attitude.
• Punctual and reliable behavior.
• Exceptional customer service skills; positive and professional with members.
• Strong listening and empathy; problem solving.
• Diplomacy in all interactions and appropriate language.
• Current CPR Certification required.
• Excellent knowledge of Exercise Science.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and run the Planet Fitness PE@PF program as scheduled.
• Consult with members on fitness goals and teach proper equipment use.
• Create bi-weekly updates with varied exercises.
• Meet class requirements based on club size and traffic.
• Assist front desk tasks: answer phones, sign-ups, tours for prospects.
• Answer member questions promptly and escalate to management when needed.

Skills

Customer service

CPR certified

Exercise science

Punctual & reliable

Job description

At Planet Fitness, we pride ourselves in creating a culture that empowers people to live a healthy lifestyle. Our goal is to assist our members and our employees to reach their full potential. We are currentlylooking for a high energy individual with a passion for helping others and a drive to succeed to join our team!

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 leading small group classes, designing a simple workout program, and instructing them on the proper use of equipment.

Why Planet Fitness?

Each of our employees receive:

• Complimentary Back Card Membership
• Company Facilitated Training
• Rewards and Recognition Programs

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct and run the Planet Fitness PE@PF program by following the schedule provided by the club.
• 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.
• Exceptional knowledge of Exercise Science.
• 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 occassionallylift up to 50 lbs.
• Will occasionally encounter toxic chemicals during shift.

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.

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."