WS - Gym Operations and Facilities Assistant

University of Pikeville; Pikeville (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Pikeville seeks a part-time Gym Operations & Facilities Assistant to support daily gym functions on campus. The role offers hands-on experience in facility management, safety, and customer service, ideal for students pursuing sports management or health sciences.

Responsibilities include ensuring a clean, safe environment and assisting with equipment and programs. Flexibility around class schedules is required, with priority hours during open facility times and events.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position within campus fitness center.
• Requires flexibility with student class schedules and events.
• Strong customer service and communication skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet gym visitors and provide information as the first point of contact.
• Verify user credentials and enforce gym policies professionally.
• Help manage facility usage and safety; monitor equipment and spaces.
• Assist with equipment inspections and basic maintenance to prevent hazards.
• Keep high-touch areas clean and sanitized during shifts.
• Restock supplies and ensure locker rooms remain clean and ready for use.
• Report safety concerns or malfunctions to the supervisor promptly.
• Support special programs or events such as wellness days or group classes.
• Provide friendly assistance to patrons and represent campus wellness values.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Professionalism

Career & Self Development

Critical Thinking

Technology

Leadership

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Gym Operations & Facilities Assistant

Division: Support Services Department: Center for Student Engagement

Experience: Entry-level Job Code: FWSFITNESSCTR

Supervisor/Reports To: Tyler Freas Start Date:8/25/2025

The Gym Operations & Facility Assistant plays a key role in supporting the daily functions of the campus fitness center. This position provides hands‑on experience in gym operations, facility management, and customer service, making it ideal for students interested in sports management, health sciences, or leadership roles. In addition to maintaining a clean and safe environment, assistants help with member engagement, operational oversight, and equipment maintenance, gaining real-world experience in a professional fitness setting.

Responsibilities And Career Competencies

• Serve as the first point of contact for all gym visitors by greeting them professionally and providing helpful information.
• Verify user credentials to ensure all patrons are authorized, learning to enforce policy with professionalism and tact.
• Support gym operations by helping manage traffic flow, facility usage, and user behavior to ensure a safe and positive environment.
• Conduct regular equipment inspections and assist in basic maintenance, helping to identify issues before they become hazards.
• Clean and sanitize high-touch areas and gym equipment during shifts to ensure hygiene and user safety.
• Organize and return equipment to designated storage areas, helping to maintain gym functionality and appearance.
• Monitor usage of equipment and gym spaces to promote safe and appropriate use, gaining experience in risk management and user education.
• Assist with restocking supplies (e.g., soap, paper towels, sanitizer), and ensure locker rooms and restrooms remain clean and user ready.
• Report safety concerns, equipment malfunctions, or user violations to the gym supervisor promptly and accurately.
• Collaborate with staff to support special programs or events, such as wellness days or group classes.
• Provide friendly and knowledgeable assistance to patrons with questions or concerns, developing customer service and communication skills.
• Maintain a responsible, proactive presence while on duty and act as a representative of campus wellness values.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, contributing to a collaborative and efficient gym team.

Competencies/Skills

Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Technology (T), Leadership (L)

Preferred Skills

Word, Excel, attention to detail, written & verbal communication, customer focus, willingness to learn, follow, and help enforce gym policies and safety protocols, interest in fitness, sports, recreation, or facility operations is a plus.

Work Schedule

Flexible around student class schedule; priority hours during open facility times and special events: Sunday-Saturday, Evening Preferred.

Work Conditions

Exposure to heat, cold, noise, vibrations, humidity, light intensity.

Physical Demands

Keyboarding, reaching/handling, stooping/kneeling, crouching/crawling, pushing/pulling/lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs.

Number of Positions

Number of Positions: 18-20

Pay Rate

Pay Rate: $8.75/hour

Location

Location: Fitness Center on Hambley Blvd

Application Notes

Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.