Gymnastics Equipment Staff

Greater Somerset County YMCA, Inc.; Somerville (NJ); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free individual membership access

10% discount on programming

Y Retirement Fund from day one

Professional development and growth

Inclusive community and ERN access

Job summary

Greater Somerset County YMCA, Inc. is seeking a Gymnastics Equipment Crew member to set up and break down gymnastic equipment for classes, practices, and events. The role emphasizes safety, proper assembly, and a positive, welcoming environment for youth and members.

Work primarily in afternoons and evenings with weekend options, supporting meets and community programs while upholding the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Qualifications

• Lift 25-75 lbs safely.
• Strong safety focus in all tasks.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Dependable with flexible evenings and weekends.
• Experience in gymnastics, facilities, or related field preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down gymnastics equipment (mats, beams, bars, vault, floor systems) for classes, practices and events.
• Ensure equipment is properly assembled, stable, and safe.
• Conduct visual safety checks and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Maintain clean, organized storage areas.
• Support meets, events, and community programs with setup needs.
• Follow YMCA policies and safety protocols.
• Model YMCA core values in interactions.

Skills

Lift 25-75 lbs safely

Safety-focused

Team player / independent worker

Dependable with flexible evenings/week

Experience in gymnastics facilities (a

Job description

Description

An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation's leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million.

The Y empowers everyone - no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: http://gscymca.org

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Sports and Wellness Director, the Gymnastics Equipment Crew supports YMCA gymnastics programs by ensuring the safe and efficient set-up and breakdown of all equipment. This role helps create a welcoming, safe, and well-organized environment that supports youth development and member engagement in alignment with the YMCA's mission and core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and break down gymnastics equipment (mats, beams, bars, vault, floor systems) for classes, practices and special events
• Ensure all equipment is properly assembled, stable and meets YMCA safety standards prior to use
• Conduct visual safety checks and report any maintenance or safety concerns immediately
• Maintain clean, organized and accessible storage areas
• Support gymnastics meets, special events and community programs with additional setup needs
• Follow all YMCA policies and procedures, including risk management and safety protocols
• Model YMCA core values in all interactions with staff, members, and participants

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Ability to safely lift and move equipment (25-75 lbs)
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on safety
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Previous experience in gymnastics, facilities or related field preferred but not required
• Must be dependable with flexible availability, including evenings and weekends

Schedule / Hours:

• Afternoons(2pm-4pm): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
• Evenings(9pm-12am): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
• Schedule may vary slightly based on program and event needs

Working Conditions:

• Active role requiring lifting, bending and standing for extended periods
• Indoor gym environment
• Variable schedule based on program needs

Benefits of working part-time at GSCY include:

• FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation.
• 10% Discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
• Access to one of the leading retirement programs "Y Retirement Fund" from the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.
• Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.

Greater Somerset County YMCA is a drug free work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information who share our values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.