Strength and Conditioning Trainer

HEI Hotels & Resorts; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental programs through a+

Vision insurance through EyeMed

Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs

Pet insurance

401(k) with matching

Hotel room discounts

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts, at Claremont Resort & Club in Berkeley, seeks a Strength & Conditioning Trainer to deliver personalized programs, assess progress, and guide members with safe, high-quality coaching on the fitness floor. This member-facing role requires outstanding hospitality, professional presence, and adaptable programming for all levels.

Responsibilities include designing workouts, performing movement screens, and promoting club fitness services while ensuring safety and operational

Qualifications

• Certification as a recognized strength and conditioning coach is required.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required.
• Minimum 3 years of coaching strength & conditioning in luxury/hospitality setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver individualized strength programs.
• Conduct assessments and track progress.
• Coach proper technique and ensure safety.
• Schedule management and client bookings.
• Support member onboarding and floor presence.

Skills

Strength training

Coaching

Communication

Customer service

Education

NSCA-CSCS

NASM-CPT

ACSM

ACE

CPR/AED

First Aid

Tools

Book4Time

Job description

About Us

At Claremont Resort & Club, we believe that exceptional hospitality starts with extraordinary people. For over a century, our iconic resort has set the standard for luxury and service in the Bay Area. We take pride in creating memorable experiences for our guests-and a rewarding, inclusive workplace for our colleagues. Situated on 22 acres in the Berkeley and Oakland Hills, Claremont Resort & Club seamlessly blends its rich 19th-century history with the modern day to offer the very best of the Bay Area. Guests dine with friends at Limewood, relax at our urban oasis, The Spa at the Claremont, and discover total wellness at The Club at the Claremont—all while taking in the breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay.

We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

Compensation

Salary Range: $56.65 - $56.65 HourlyTipped/Service Charge Eligible? NoDiscretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Overview

The Strength & Conditioning Trainer is a coaching professional responsible for delivering safe, effective, and results-driven strength training to Club members through personal training sessions, small group training, and fitness floor support. This role blends technical coaching expertise with genuine hospitality: you are equal parts strength coach, movement educator, and ambassador for the Club's fitness culture.

This is a member-facing role where presence, professionalism, and coaching quality are non-negotiable. You are visible on the fitness floor, engaged with members at every level of experience, and trusted to program intelligently for everyone from the first-time lifter to the seasoned athlete. You represent the standard of what training at the Club means.

Success in this role looks like a full and growing training book, members who see measurable progress and train with confidence, a fitness floor that feels welcoming and expertly supported, and a reputation among members and teammates as the coach who does it right every session.

Essential Responsibilities

Training & Program Design

• Design and deliver individualized strength and conditioning programs based on member goals, training history, movement assessments, and health considerations.
• Conduct member fitness assessments, movement screens, and goal-setting consultations; document baselines and track progress over time.
• Coach proper exercise technique, alignment, and movement quality in every session; correct form in real time and prioritize safety over load.
• Apply sound programming principles: progressive overload, periodization, appropriate exercise selection, and intelligent progressions and regressions for all fitness levels.
• Deliver personal training sessions, small group training and specialty strength programming as scheduled.
• Adapt programming for members with injuries, limitations, or special considerations; refer members to appropriate medical or allied health professionals when needs fall outside scope of practice.
• Stay current on strength and conditioning research, coaching methods, and industry best practices; bring that knowledge to the floor.

Member Experience & Floor Presence

• Maintain a visible, approachable presence on the fitness floor during assigned floor hours; members should never feel supported in the space.
• Greet members warmly and by name when known; build genuine relationships that make the fitness experience personal and consistent.
• Provide equipment orientations, spot requests, and technique guidance to members on the floor, whether or not they are training clients.
• Promote Club fitness programs, personal training services, and small group offerings in a professional, service-first manner.
• Support new member fitness onboarding: welcome consultations, facility orientations, and introductions to Club programming.
• Handle member questions and concerns with professionalism and follow-through; elevate sensitive or recurring issues to leadership with clear context.

Safety & Equipment Standards

• Ensure all training areas, free weight spaces, and equipment are safe, organized, and member-ready throughout every shift.
• Re-rack weights, straighten equipment, and restore training spaces to organized condition; hold members and teammates to the same standard.
• Sanitize equipment after each training session and support scheduled cleaning rotations on the fitness floor.
• Inspect training equipment regularly; promptly report damaged or malfunctioning equipment to management and remove unsafe items from service.
• Follow and enforce all Club safety procedures, emergency protocols, and incident reporting requirements

Operational Discipline & Team Standards

• Arrive a minimum of 10 minutes prior to each scheduled session or floor shift, prepared and ready to coach.
• Manage the training schedule accurately: session bookings, confirmations, cancellations, and session records in Club management software.
• Accurately record all hours worked by clocking in and out and maintaining an up-to-date timecard.
• Wear professional athletic attire while onsite and represent the Club's standard in appearance and conduct.
• Communicate professionally with management via email, phone, and text during normal business hours.
• Complete required administrative tasks, training assignments, and company meetings in a timely manner.
• Comply with all Club policies, operating procedures, and site-specific SOPs.

Qualifications

• Current nationally accredited personal training or strength and conditioning certification required: NSCA-CSCS, NASM-CPT, ACSM, ACE, or equivalent. CSCS or comparable advanced strength credential strongly preferred.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience coaching strength and conditioning, personal training, or athletic performance; private club, luxury hospitality, or high-touch fitness environment experience a plus.
• Strong knowledge of strength training principles, biomechanics, program design, periodization, mobility, and injury-aware coaching.
• Demonstrated ability to coach members of varying ages, abilities, and training backgrounds with equal skill and care.
• Excellent cueing, communication, and interpersonal skills; warm, composed, and professional across all interactions.
• Genuine service orientation: you take pride in doing the job right, you notice the details others miss, and you hold yourself to a high standard.
• Reliable and consistent; members and teammates depend on you to show up and perform at a high level every session.
• Proficiency with fitness scheduling or club management software; experience with Book4Time or similar platforms preferred.
• Flexible availability including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays; the Club's busiest training times require this role to be fully present.

Physical Requirements

This is a physically active role. The Strength & Conditioning Trainer must be able to actively demonstrate exercises and coach hands-on for the duration of scheduled sessions; stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and reach for extended periods; safely spot members during resistance training; and frequently lift, carry, and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. The role requires the physical stamina and energy necessary to safely deliver high-quality coaching throughout a full shift.

Benefits

• HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!
• Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Vision insurance programs through EyeMed
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs
• Pet insurance through the ASPCA
• Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability plans
• 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds
• discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Applicants with arrest or Conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.