Weight Room Associate

Posted: 07/27/2025

POSITION SUMMARY
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.  Under the guidance and supervision of the Health & Wellness Director, the Weight Room Associate is responsible for offering our membership the continuance of quality in facility cleanliness, safety, and service with a strong focus on relationship building.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
All Weight Room Associates are expected to fulfill the following functions:

  • Ensure members follow weight-room guidelines to fulfill the Y mission.
  • Orient members to the selectorized strength equipment and cardio machines.
  • Perform assigned cleaning and lubrication tasks in the Health & Wellness area and on machines.
  • Build effective, authentic relationships with members and help members connect with each other and the Y.
  • Answer questions from members to support them in achieving their goals related to healthy living, within scope of practice.
  • Maintain working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide safe and effective information to support members.
 
In addition to the essential duties and responsibilities, Weight Room Associates will:
  • Attain relevant online trainings through LCDC as assigned by Health & Wellness Director
  • Pursue/participate in ongoing continuing education training relevant to required trainings
  • Participate in the annual campaign by giving, campaigning or both
  • Attend all staff meetings and other required trainings
 
QUALIFICATIONS
  • At least 17 years of age.
  • Alarm/Emergency Procedures training within 90 days of hire and annually thereafter.
  • CPR, First Aid and Child Abuse Prevention within 90 days of hire and biannually thereafter.
  • New Employee Orientation within 90 days of hire.
 
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Ability to perform all physical demands of the position including leading classes, walking, standing, bending, reaching and lifting.      
  • Ability to work in a fast or slow-paced environment and switch tasks as new challenges and projects emerge
 
BENEFITS AVAILABLE
  • Retirement: contribute optional percentage or dollar amount to a 401K or Roth account after one year of service. YMCA will match up to 4% of your contribution. Additional contribution annually per board discretion.
  • Membership: FREE Individual membership, with discounts on other membership tiers.
  • Programs: First Camp Session FREE – 50% off subsequent sessions
  • FREE training including CPR certification
  • Employee Assistance Program: Services include face to face counseling, financial coaching, legal counseling and virtual counseling
 
OUR CULTURE
  • Welcoming: The YMCA is open to all people and creates spaces where people can belong. 
  • Genuine: The YMCA values people for who they are and encourages them to be true to themselves and others. 
  • Hopeful: The YMCA believes in people's ability to inspire a brighter tomorrow. 
  • Nurturing: The YMCA is with people on their journey to develop their full potential. 
  • Determined: The YMCA works relentlessly to strengthen communities. 
  • Respect: The YMCA sees all people as equal in worth and value. 
  • Responsibility: The YMCA is accountable for actions and impact. 
  • Caring: The YMCA is guided by caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. 
  • Diversity, equity, and inclusion: The YMCA strives to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential. 
 

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