Trainer

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •Must be at least 18 years of age
• •High School Diploma or equivalent
• •Must maintain an active Personal Training Certification
• •Must start the Trainer recertification process 1 month prior to their expiration
• •Bachelor's degree in exercise science or kinesiology
• •CPR/AED certification
• •Proven ability to lead, encourage, develop, and supervise the work of others
• •Familiar with Excel's mission, values, vision, and culture
• •Familiar with the Planet Fitness brand and operational requirements
• •Demonstrate the ability, confidence, and leadership to run a successful small group session with members
• •Great communication skills with internal and external customers
• •Must be team-oriented
• •Must be motivated
• •Must be well-organized
• •Ability to think critically and evaluate solutions to problems proactively
• •Must have the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• •Must be available to train members during all PE@PF small group training sessions
• •Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds
• •Must be able to occasionally lift and move objects up to 75 pounds
• •Close vision
• •Distance vision
• •Color vision
• •Peripheral vision
• •Depth perception
• •Ability to adjust focus
• •Must be able to stand
• •Must be able to walk
• •Must be able to use hands to finger, handle or feel
• •Must be able to reach with hands and arms
• •Must be able to sit
• •Must be able to climb
• •Must be able to balance
• •Must be able to stoop
• •Must be able to kneel
• •Must be able to crouch
• •Must be able to crawl
• •Must be able to talk
• •Must be able to hear
• •Must be able to use standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and phones
• •Must be able to use standard custodial equipment such as cleaning chemicals, floor scrubbers, and vacuums
• •Must be able to work between 6am to 1pm on Monday and Friday
• •Must be able to work between Noon to 7:30pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
• •Must be able to work outside of regularly scheduled shift hours to include mornings, evenings, weekends, and overnight as required
• •Must be able to work 30-40 hours per week
• •Must be able to work the corporate-approved PE@PF schedule
• •Must be able to work shifts typically between 6am to 1pm on Monday and Friday
• •Must be able to work shifts typically between Noon to 7:30pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
• •Must be able to work weekends
• •Must be able to work overnight
• •Must be able to work mornings
• •Must be able to work evenings
• •Must be able to work outside of regularly scheduled shift hours
• •Must be able to work as required
• •Must be able to work depending on business needs
• •Must be able to work subject to change at any time
• •Must be able to work nonexempt position
• •Must be able to be entitled to the minimum wage and/or overtime pay protections of the FLSA
• •Must be able to be either a full-time OR part-time position
• •Must be able to be a nonexempt Team Player
• •Must be able to be one who is entitled to the minimum wage and/or overtime pay protections of the FLSA
• •Must be able to be a Team Player
• •Must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
• •Must be able to meet the physical demands described
• •Must be able to represent our company at community events and other outreach activities
• •Must be able to communicate with members professionally
• •Must be able to create a high level of member service
• •Must be able to assist front desk operations as needed
• •Must be able to use point of sale
• •Must be able to monitor and maintain club cleanliness and atmosphere
• •Must be able to promote the program to members
• •Must be able to walk the floor and greet members they have not met
• •Must be able to look for members that need help
• •Must be able to recommend they sign up for FREE training sessions
• •Must be able to educate on Team Player understanding of the PE@PF program
• •Must be able to teach Team Players about the different sessions offered
• •Must be able to encourage them to communicate this information to members
• •Must be able to generate excitement for the program with the Team and members
• •Must be able to increase PE@PF usage
• •Must be able to engage with members to drive loyalty to the PE@PF program
• •Must be able to be motivational
• •Must be able to be inspirational
• •Must be able to provide continuous encouragement
• •Must be able to support members in achieving their individual goals
• •Must be able to design individual exercise programs for each member based on their exercise experience, medical background, and personal goals
• •Must be able to design programs with safety
• •Must be able to design programs with effectiveness
• •Must be able to design programs appropriate for the specific members
• •Must be able to submit training programs and workout logs to the GM for review as needed
• •Must be able to inspect all equipment for possible malfunction or damage
• •Must be able to report findings to the GM or AM
• •Must be able to perform general equipment maintenance like guide rod lubrication
• •Must be able to inspect cables, belts, pads, and other equipment and parts
• •Must be able to log and upkeep training session, schedule, and attendance data into club management software
• •Must be able to track and record PE@PF success metrics
• •Must be able to monitor the club floor
• •Must be able to make sure that members are using the equipment correctly
• •Must be able to follow club policy
• •Must be able to offer assistance
• •Must be able to stay proficient on Planet Fitness mobile app content
• •Must be able to track workout tracking abilities
• •Must be able to fully proficient in performing the role as detailed in the PF Trainer Playbook and PFU

Desired Qualifications

• •Uncertified Team Players will be given the opportunity to complete a Trainer Certification of their choice within the first 30 days of employment
• •Uncertified Team Players will be given the opportunity to complete CPR/AED training within the first 30 days of employment