Fitness Trainer

Planet Fitness; South Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Training & development

401(k)

Competitive pay

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Planet Fitness is seeking a Fitness Trainer to run the PE@PF program, design simple workouts, and guide new members toward their goals while teaching proper equipment use.

The role emphasizes friendly member service, class scheduling, and front-desk support, including sign-ups, tours, and answering questions to ensure a positive gym experience. A positive attitude and reliability are essential to help members stay motivated.

Qualifications

• Must have current CPR certification.
• Nationally certified training certificate required.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Run the Planet Fitness PE@PF program, creating and following the schedule.
• Consult with members about their fitness goals and instruct on safe equipment use.
• Create bi-weekly exercise updates with varied routines.
• Meet class requirements based on club size and member traffic.
• Assist at the front desk: answer phones, check members in, sign up new members, give tours.
• Respond to member questions promptly and escalate to management when needed.

Skills

Customer service

Positive attitude

Punctuality

Active listening

Diplomacy

Education

CPR Certification

Nationally Certified Training Certificate

High School Diploma or GED

18+ years old

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.