Weight Room Attendant

ymcapkccareers; Washington; On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

YMCA360 access

Flexible scheduling

Paid sick leave

EAP & wellness program

LifeMart employee discounts

Training opportunities

Program & merchandise discounts

Job summary

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties in Tacoma, WA seeks a Weight Room Attendant to greet members and maintain a clean, safe fitness floor while delivering a quality experience aligned with our core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

This part-time role (up to 25 hours/week) offers flexible scheduling, competitive hourly pay of $17.13–$17.36, and benefits including membership, training opportunities, and discounts.

Qualifications

• Pass background and reference checks per state guidelines.
• Promote diversity and an inclusive environment.
• Complete required online training on day one and as needed.
• Certifications such as ACE/ACSM/AFAA preferred.
• Knowledge of basic health/fitness principles and equipment.
• Positive attitude and experience with youth and diverse populations.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and interact with members as they enter and exit the fitness area.
• Provide youth equipment orientations and assist with spotting/form.
• Keep the fitness area clean, organized, and equipment in working order.

Skills

Background checks

Diversity & inclusion

Online training completion

Certifications (ACE/ACSM/AFAA)

Fitness knowledge

Positive attitude

CPR/First Aid/AED (preferred)

Job description

Position: Weight Room Attendant

Wage: $17.13 to $17.36 per hour (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Location: Tacoma Center YMCA, Tacoma, WA

As a Weight Room Attendant, you will be responsible for engaging with members and maintain a clean, safe, and organized fitness floor. You will also be responsible for providing a quality experience to members and participants focused on YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
• YMCA Foundations of Strength and Conditioning and/or Foundations of Group Exercise certification or equivalent, such as ACE, ACSM, or AFAA certifications preferred.
• Knowledge of basic health and fitness principles and components, exercise prescription and strength training machines preferred
• You have a positive attitude and previous experience with youth and diverse populations.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications (preferred).

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and interact with members as they enter and exit the Fitness Center
• Deliver youth equipment orientations, and assist members with spotting or form during their workouts
• Ensure the fitness area remains clean and organized; dumbbells, weight plates, bars, and ensure equipment is working

Benefits:

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• Willamette Dental Plan
• VSP Vision Plan

At the Y, we’re all about empowering people, inspiring action, and strengthening the communities we call home. Join our team and support our vision of creating opportunity to all can thrive in every season of life.

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled