What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fitness Trainer (IL) position at Planet Fitness?
We are looking for Fitness Trainers who want to be part of our team! The Fitness Trainer is an opportunity to begin your fitness career as well as provide leadership opportunities and growth. Our unique membership base includes a wide range of age groups and fitness levels, allowing you to fully develop your skills as a trainer while working with a large membership base.
What we offer:
- Great career growth opportunities - we are a dynamic and growing company
- A set work schedule with weekends off!
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
- A generous paid time off policy that is available on your start date and increases along with your tenure
- Employee Referral Program
- A 401k program with an excellent Company match
- Profit sharing program!
- FREE Planet Fitness Black Card Membership
- A generous paid time off policy that is available on your start date and increases along with your tenure
- This position has a $1/hour premium added to any hours worked 10:00 PM-6:00 AM.
- Reimbursement available for Nationally Recognized Certified Training Certificate (not required for hire) up to $300 for the certification. Need to obtain within 6 months from hire date.
- Guardian Voluntary Supplemental Insurance
- Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
As a Planet Fitness Trainer, you would be:
- Designing individual exercise programs for each member based on their exercise experience, medical background and personal goals.
- Develop and implement exercise programs that are safe, effective and appropriate for individuals who are apparently healthy or have medical clearance to exercise.
- The Fitness Trainer is responsible for providing a superior level of customer service to Planet Fitness members, prospective members and guests and ensuring an exceptional "Judgement Free" member experience!
Physical Demands and Qualifications:
- Continual standing and walking during your shift.
- Continual talking to members and potential members in person and on the phone during your shift.
- Desire and capacity to train at all fitness levels.
- Must be able to lift 45 pounds.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) accredited certifications such as: NASM, ACSM, ACE, NCSF, NSCA, and/or WITS, or obtain within 6 months of hire (discounts and reimbursement available).
- Customer Service experience preferred.
- Punctuality and reliability is a must.
- A passion for fitness and health.
- Strong listener with the ability to empathize and problem solve.
- Demonstrate diplomacy in all interactions while using appropriate behavior and language.
What It Means to Join the Planet Fitness Team:
- It means embodying our EPIC core values: Executional Excellence, People First, Integrity and Customer Mania.
- It means being part of a company that cares about improving the health and well-being of our communities.
- It means being a part of a supportive, engaging, inclusive workforce that values diversity and creates an environment where everyone can feel they belong.
- It means encouraging professional growth and development.
- It means creating a positive impact in our local communities through philanthropic initiatives.
- It means being part of a brand of which you can be proud!
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