Fitness & Gym Attendant

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

BASIC PURPOSE

The Fitness/Gym Attendant is responsible for the safe use of the facilities by maintaining equipment in good working order, maintaining cleanliness and preparing activity areas for events.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide great customer service to the community; see that all customers, clients, and members are given prompt and courteous service.
• Supply information and answer questions about available programs.
• Maintain cleanliness of facility by cleaning equipment, fitness areas, vacuuming and sweeping.
• Ensure accurate equipment check out and check in system.
• Maintain confidentiality
• Demonstrate an understanding of the rules and fundamentals of indoor sports such as basketball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey, indoor soccer and other programs offered in the gymnasium.
• Report all equipment, fitness, and gym area problems to the Sports & Fitness Coordinator or Center Director
• Notify members and staff when machines are out of working order or in need of repair.
• Enforce all rules that pertain to the fitness and exercise areas on a constant basis.
• Adhere to Kroc Center operations as well as all policy & procedures as adopted by Administration.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations.
• Supervise all climbers for safe practices at Climbing Wall area.
• Support participant safety orientation.
• Work as a Climbing Wall attendant.
• Act as scorekeeper and league sports monitor/coach/referee.
• Give facility tours in support of the Welcome Desk and potential members.
• Aid in belaying testing for interested parties during Climbing Wall hours.
• Attend staff meetings as assigned

KNOWLEDGE. SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

1. Must be at least 18 years of age.
2. High school diploma or GED equivalency.
3. Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR/AED certification preferred.
4. One or more years of experience in a public exercise facility preferred.
5. Exercise equipment knowledge preferred.
6. Must be capable of handling job duties mentally and physically.
7. Demonstrate the ability to relate positively and energetically with staff, clients, members, and
customers.
8. Must have the ability to maintain a non-judgmental attitude in working with customers, clients, members, and staff.
9. Maintain a professional attitude and approach to problem solving.
10. Able to work independently, with minimal supervision.
11. Command of the English language and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
12. Thrive in a team-oriented environment. Be a team player.
13. Effectively communicate with clientele and staff.
14. Ability to work with children, parents, peers, and a variety of age groups in a capacity of
leadership, counseling, and education.
15. Adapt to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain poise under pressure.
16. Ability to empathize and communicate with compassion to all people.

CERTIFICATES. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

1. Must be 18 years or older.
2. Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check to include a DOJ Livescan Fingerprint check.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis
2. Able to grasp, push, and/or pull objects
3. Ability to reach overhead
4. Ability to operate telephone
5. Able to lift and carry 40 lbs.
6. Capable of operating a computer
7. Ability to process written, visual, and/or verbal information

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.