Fitness Trainer

Planet Fitness; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Training & development

401(k)

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Planet Fitness is seeking a Fitness Trainer in New Jersey to lead the PE@PF program, help new members design simple workout plans, and guide them on proper equipment use. You will collaborate with members to set goals and monitor progress within a friendly, judgment-free gym environment.

You will also support front desk duties, assist with member check-ins, tours, and inquiries, and contribute to a positive member experience through engaging, safe instruction and timely communication.

Qualifications

• Passion for fitness and health.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Exceptional customer service with members and coworkers.
• Strong listening and problem-solving abilities.
• Diplomacy in interactions and professional behavior.

Responsibilities

• Run Planet Fitness PE@PF program and manage the schedule.
• Consult with members on fitness goals and safe equipment use.
• Create bi-weekly updates with varied exercises.
• Meet class requirements based on club size and member traffic.
• Assist front desk tasks: phones, member check-in, sign-ups, tours.
• Address member questions promptly and escalate to management when needed.

Skills

Customer service

Active listening

Empathy

Punctuality

Reliability

Team player

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.