Fitness Assistant

The Fitness Attendant is responsible for providing customer service and supervision of the Wellness Center members, as defined by policy and procedure guidelines with enthusiasm professionalism and efficiency. Weekend availability is required. This is a cross over position with our onsite Nutrition Café.

Schedule/Availability:
The Fitness Attendant must be available to work a combination of the following shifts:

• Opening shift: 5:00 A.M. – 8:00 A.M., as needed
• Closing shift: 5:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M., 2–3 nights per week
• Every other Saturday and Sunday
• Additional evening and weekend hours may be required based on operational needs.

The following duties and responsibilities are given as examples of the various types of work performed in this position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

• Provides oversight of members in the fitness area (floor circulation) assuring that members are performing their exercise routines in a safe and effective manner.
• Serves as a resource to members for fitness and other club related questions.
• Performs equipment cleaning and basic maintenance under the direction of the Fitness Director.
• Maintains a clean environment for members including all areas of the club – fitness floor, group exercise rooms, locker rooms, pools, etc.
• Provides a high level of customer relations behaviors and service toward members, staff and the public.
• Performs member equipment orientations.
• Physically demonstrates correct form and usage of all exercise equipment, weight equipment and cardiovascular equipment.
• Reports equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to management.
• Takes member blood pressure readings as requested.
• Prepares food, snacks, and drinks within the café area for daily usage as well as prepares all food, snacks, and drinks for special events.
• Complies with provisions of state laws and any federal rules/regulations relating to the food preparation and the serving of food products.
• Demonstrates proper handling of foods by keeping products in appropriate temperature zones.
• Performs checkout and cash register duties to cash out products for members, staff, and visitors.
• Always maintains a professional and courteous manner while dealing with members/clients and the public.
• Cleans and sanitizes all area inside the cafetorium multiple times per day including sweeping and moping and stockroom as necessary.
• Replenishes and stocks all materials and supply from incoming order as needed.
• Notifies supervisor of any low stock or items necessary to be replenished in a timely manner.
• Removes trash, empties wastebaskets, and replaces liners in all areas.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education/Training

Health or fitness related degree course program and 8-10 credit hours of coursework in a health/fitness related degree program with 1-2 years of progressive experience in customer service and basic exercise skills either through a formal training course or adequate on the job training; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

Job Type: Part-time, some evening and weekend hours are required

EEO: Applicants will not be discriminated against due to age, ancestry, color, religious beliefs, disability (mental and physical), marital, familial or parental status, medical condition, genetic information, military and Veteran status, national origin, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or political affiliation.

Job Type: Part-time

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• El Dorado, AR 71730: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person