Fitness Assistant - University Recreation - 500056

SUMMARY:

Monitor the fitness spaces in the Weinstein Center for Recreation to ensure cleanliness, safety, and supervision of the facility and its members. Assist with daily operations of the facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Circulate during shift and maintain a visible presence in the facility, with a focus on monitoring the upstairs and downstairs fitness spaces.
• Assist members with questions on how to use equipment properly.
• Provide safety assistance in the weight room (spotting) as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance of fitness equipment (ensure members re-rack weights, clean equipment, organize multipurpose rooms and stretching spaces, etc.).
• Accurately explain policies & procedures related to group exercise, personal training, and fitness special events.
• Insure all facility supplies are maintained (paper towels, hand sanitizer, sanitizing wipes, cleaning spray bottles). Work with On-duty Facility Supervisor to access supplies.
• Enforce policies and procedures, and provide customer service by answering any questions members may have while on the floor.
• Assist with any set up/break down or special projects as assigned
• Collect towels from all towels bins, locker rooms, and sheets from the massage room
• Wash, dry, and fold towels to maintain inventory on racks
• Report maintenance and other repair needs to the Manager-Equipment & Facilities, Manager-Fitness & Facilities, and/or On-duty Facility Manager
• Serve as a first responder in the event of an emergency in the Weinstein Center.
• Attend and participate in departmental employee training programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current CPR/AED certification required within 30 days of hire
• Ability to read, interpret and enforce policies and procedures

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Some High School
• Previous experience in a recreation facility preferred

WORK HOURS:

• Part-time, temporary, non-exempt position
• Must be available to work Monday=Friday between the hours of 6:00 a.m. - midnight and 8:00 a.m. - midnight on weekends as-needed basis
• This position works less than 1,000 hours per year

SALARY STRUCTURE:
Pay Grade 1 (Starting at $11.30 per hour)

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