Fitness Technician

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Job Description Summary:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Greets each user and guest by name when they enter and leave the event or fitness area.
• Responsible for cleaning all fitness equipment before end of shift.
• Responsible for checking and taking out dirty towels to the dirty linen closet.  This is expected to be done hourly and must initial the railroad check-off list.
• Responsible for checking the sauna and steam room for proper use and for a safety check for our members.  This is expected to be done hourly and must initial the railroad check-off list.
• Responsible for straightening and replacing weights to designated racks.
• May be expected to help with assessments, 1on1's, and reassessments.
• Responsible for checking daily use lockers after closing and following the lost and found policy for any items left in lockers.
• Will be expected to help with phone calls and scheduling of assessments, 1on1's, and reassessments.
• Will be required to work the Rock Wall.
• Responsible for teaching participants basic safety on the climbing wall and proper etiquette.
• Responsible for using the climbing wall appropriately for the different age groups and ensuring that the participants have an enjoyable experience.
• Responsible for replacing all climbing equipment in to the storage closet.  Also making sure climbing mats are returned to upright position on wall so that there is no safety hazard or chance of individuals accessing the ropes or wall when the course or wall is not supervised.
• Responsible for setting up, maintaining, and keeping an equipment log for the climbing wall.
• Responsible for ensuring all participants, staff, and volunteers assisting   climbing wall activities understand proper belaying and commands.
• Responsible for ensuring the area is safe and that non-participants are vocally supportive of climbers and are properly supervised by other staff.
• Responsible for ensuring that all signage, fencing and othe safety materials are clearly in place and well maintained.
• Responsible for ensuring that helmets, ropes, harnesses, buckles, carabineers, and any other equipment is ready for all groups and in usable condition. Also all participants, staff and volunteers must be properly instructed on the safe use and handling of the equipment.
• Informs fitness supervisor of any needed supplies.
• Teaches primary safety /orientation classes
• Assists with belaying of users.
• Offers users advice on how to improve their climbing skills and techniques.
• Maintains climbing equipment, wall equipment.
• Performs and documents all safety checks for the climbing wall.
• Conducts inventory of fitness equipment, climbing equipment.
• Sets climbing routes.
• Performs other facility related duties, as may be needed to ensure the satisfaction and enjoyment of the users.

• Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION:

• AED/ CPR certification required during orientation period

EXPERIENCE:

• 3 month's experience preferred but not required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of basic and advanced climbing techniques preferred but not required, will be trained on the job during orientation process before assuming duties
• Climbing, belaying, experience preferred but not required
• Experience working with groups
• Experience working with individuals of all ages.

NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.