Fitness Trainer Jobs

Job Summary

JP Management Services, LLC is a multi-location Planet Fitness® franchisee with nine locations in west Michigan. The culture of JP Management Services, LLC, integrates our core values of Positive Team Environment, Integrity, Excellence, Passion, and Having Fun. We seek to hire, retain, review, recognize, and promote based on our core values and look for employees who share our core values.

The Fitness Trainer will be responsible for running the Planet Fitness® group fitness program (PE@PF®). This includes leading small-group training classes and 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. This position is an hourly, non-exempt position. The fitness trainer will report to the Club Manager at the location the successful candidate is assigned.

Responsibilities And Duties

Essential Duties

• Respond to member questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner and elevate to Assistant Manager or Club Manager as needed.
• Teaches correct exercise form and technique, including progressions and regressions, through demonstration, explanation, and proper cueing and spotting techniques.
• Inspects AED equipment;
• Be metrics driven and strive for continuous improvement to meet or exceed expectations on PE@PF® specific metrics. Logs training session attendance data into the DataTrak system. Tracks and records PE@PF® success metrics.
• Stocks supplies as appropriate;
• Protects member confidentiality according to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and related state and federal laws.
• Designing individual exercise programs for members based on the member’s exercise experience, medical background and personal goals.
• Meets with members on a one-on-one basis and in small-group settings, including, but not limited to the following:
• Check members into the system and register/log for classes.
• Introduce new members to the gym and PE@PF® program.
• Utilizes phone calls and other means of communication to engage members with the goal of scheduling and holding a New Member Orientation with every member new to fitness and/or having a new member attend a Design Your Own Program class.
• Submits training programs and logs to supervisor for review.
• Assist in front desk related activities, as needed or when schedule allows, including:
• Responds to emergencies as needed.
• Designs structured exercise programs for individual and small group training and creates bi-weekly updated exercise programs for the small group fitness classes consisting of a variety of exercises.
• Consult with members regarding their fitness goals and instruct them on how to properly and safely use the equipment.
• Cleans and maintains the club equipment;
• Monitors the primary workout areas to make sure that members are using the equipment appropriately; and
• Answer phones in a friendly manner and assist callers with a variety of questions.
• Properly executes the Planet Fitness® PE@PF® program according to the provided schedule and class descriptions. On a daily basis, fitness trainers are expected to teach 11-14 thirty minute small-group fitness classes of up to ten people per class.
• Inspects all equipment for possible malfunction or damage and reports findings to the appropriate individual(s);
• Supports the overall operation of the club, including the following:

Essential Physical Requirements

• Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Will occasionally encounter toxic cleaning chemicals which are used in accord with acceptable safe practices.
• Must be able to frequently and regularly lift and move up to 25lbs, with occasional moving and lifting of at least 75 pounds
• Must be able to engage in continuous action throughout the daily fitness trainer schedule. The fitness trainer will be expected to continually move and engage in bending, walking, standing and other physical movement, as well as remaining in a stationary position for frequent periods of time.

Qualifications And Skills

• Strong listener with the ability to empathize and problem solve.
• 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.
• Current CPR Certification required; paid for by employer.
• A passion for fitness and health!
• Must have current training certification from an organization (e.g., American Council on Exercise (ACE), the National Council on Strength & Fitness (NCSF), and the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)) accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
• Demonstrate diplomacy in all interactions while using appropriate behavior and language.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Upbeat and positive attitude.
• High School diploma/GED equivalent required.
• Must have basic software computer applications proficiency, including being able to utilize basic databases, metrics, scheduling, and email, and familiarity with Google Suite, DataTrak or similar software.
• Prior experience in personal or group training or a bachelor’s degree in exercise science is preferred.
• Familiarity with designing small group programs which utilize a variety of exercises and modalities, such as the following: stretching, upper body, lower body, core, circuit, cardio and TRX.

Salary And Benefits

• Benefits:
• Flexible pay options (On-demand pay and mobile Earned Wage Access)
• Generous paid time off, PMLA, and short-term disability
• Competitive starting wage of $13.50-15/hour with potential advancement after 6 months; plus $1 shift premium between the hours of 10pm-7am
• Health, vision and dental benefits
• Online education, and potential enrollment in leadership and executive mentoring program
• Free Black Card gym membership
• 401K program with excellent company match

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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, pregnancy, national origin, disability status, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, height, weight, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

JP Management Services LLC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, JP Management Services LLC will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

JOIN THE CLUB.

Enhancing people’s lives with an affordable, high-quality fitness experience requires a team of inspiring, motivated and fun-loving go-getters. As one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States, Planet Fitness is just getting warmed up. We’re continuously seeking top talent to join us in cultivating the Judgement Free Zone® and shaping the future of our brand. With more than 2,000 locations in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Canada, the Dominican Republic, Panama, Mexico and Australia, there’s plenty of opportunity on our Planet and we are always looking for talented individuals to join our team!

Our member mission says it best: our product is a tool, a means to an end; not a brand name or a mold maker, but a tool that can be used by anyone. To use our product, members need to feel inspired and motivated. That’s where you come in. If you’re looking for a place where you can make a difference in a customer’s life, you’ve found it. Come to add your mojo to the Judgement Free Zone, but stay for the feeling that you’re making a difference on our Planet.

Somos un empleador con igualdad de oportunidades y todos los candidatos calificados recibirán consideración por el empleo sin distinción de raza, color, religión, sexo, origen nacional, estado de discapacidad, estado de veterano protegido o cualquier otra característica protegida por la ley.

JOIN THE CLUB.

Enhancing people’s lives with an affordable, high-quality fitness experience requires a team of inspiring, motivated and fun-loving go-getters. As one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States, Planet Fitness is just getting warmed up. We’re continuously seeking top talent to join us in cultivating the Judgement Free Zone® and shaping the future of our brand. With more than 2,000 locations in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Canada, the Dominican Republic, Panama, Mexico and Australia, there’s plenty of opportunity on our Planet and we are always looking for talented individuals to join our team!

Our member mission says it best: our product is a tool, a means to an end; not a brand name or a mold maker, but a tool that can be used by anyone. To use our product, members need to feel inspired and motivated. That’s where you come in. If you’re looking for a place where you can make a difference in a customer’s life, you’ve found it. Come to add your mojo to the Judgement Free Zone, but stay for the feeling that you’re making a difference on our Planet.

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Employees at a franchise location are employed by the Franchisee and are not employees of PFHQ (the Franchisor). PFHQ neither dictates nor controls labor or employment matters for franchisees or their employees, and does not retain any reserved authority to control the terms and conditions of employment for franchisees or their employees. Each franchisee is responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state and federal law.

Our customer service philosophy is that it’s not enough to simply meet member expectations, we want to exceed their expectations and make them our Raving Fans. In addition to positively promoting the Judgement Free Zone, we also want our members to be raving fans of the team members who are responsible for impacting their lives every day, each time they step into a Planet Fitness club. Much like that post-workout bliss, it sure feels good to know that members recognize and appreciate the people here that create their excellent experience.

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