Fitness Trainer

Job Details Location: Dayville - Dayville, CT 06241 Position Type: Part Time Education Level: High School or Equivalent Salary Range: $17.44 – $17.94 Hourly Travel Percentage: Negligible Job Shift: Fixed Schedule Job Category: Training Planet Fitness, a private equity backed fitness retailer, is seeking candidates for the role of a Fitness Trainer. The Fitness Trainer is a highly friendly and courteous individual who consistently delivers first‑rate service and fosters positive customer satisfaction and loyalty while promoting Ignite Fitness Holdings‑Planet Fitness Mission, Vision and Values. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Observe participants and inform them of corrective measures necessary for skill improvement. Instruct participants in maintaining exertion levels to maximize benefits from exercise routines. Teach proper breathing techniques used during physical exertion. Evaluate individuals' abilities, needs, and physical conditions, and develop suitable training programs to meet any special requirements. Monitor participants' progress and adapt programs as needed. Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations governing sports, recreational activities, and the use of exercise equipment. Administer emergency first aid, wrap injuries, treat minor chronic disabilities, or refer injured persons to physicians. Hours Initial job training hours may vary as well as when the needs of the facility change. Discuss your availability with the Hiring Manager and/or note it on your application. Weekday hours are based on club needs. Skills Ability to stand and/or walk for an entire shift. Ability to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds from ground to overhead for up to 30 minutes of workday (i.e., assisting in stocking/maintaining inventory levels) with appropriate safety equipment. Ability to occasionally bend at waist with some twisting up to one hour of workday. Minimum Qualifications 18 years old or older. A High School Diploma or Equivalent required; Associate's degree preferred. Six months of face‑to‑face customer service experience in a retail environment required or 1‑year fitness experience preferred. Bilingual a plus. Certification is required to assist and coach members. If not currently certified, a group course is provided, and completion is required within the first few months of employment. Benefits Competitive Salary & 401K plan. Company contribution towards health benefits that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, STD and Critical Illness (applicable to Full‑Time employees). Paid Time Off benefits (applicable to Full‑Time employees). Free Black Card membership and fun exercise incentives. Planet Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Planet Fitness