Inspire members and help them reach their goals!
As a full-time Trainer at Planet Fitness, you'll lead our PE@PF program, helping members build confidence, learn to use equipment safely, and create workout plans that fit their goals. You'll coach individuals and small groups in a welcoming, Judgement Free atmosphere.
When you're not training, you'll support the club alongside the Member Services team, helping members at the front desk and keeping the club clean and inviting. If you love helping people succeed and thrive in a fun, fast-paced team environment, this is a great opportunity to grow your career with a rapidly growing company.
Why Join Us
Be part of one of the largest and fastest-growing Planet Fitness franchise groups in the country.
Join a team passionate about creating a Judgement Free environment where members and employees thrive.
Grow your career with a company that invests in employee development, leadership growth, and promoting from within.
Make a meaningful impact by helping people feel stronger, healthier, and more confident every day
Work in a fun, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment where your contributions are valued.
Perks & Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, including access to a confidential Member Assistance Program (MAP)
Dental & Vision Insurance
Employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance
Employer-paid core Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, with buy-up options available
Traditional and Roth 401(k) options with company match
Voluntary benefits, including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Legal, HSA, and Commuter accounts
Paid Time Off, plus paid sick/leave time as required by state and local law
FREE Black Card Membership
Job Summary
The Trainer reports to the General Manager and leads the Planet Fitness PE@PF program, helping members build confidence, develop practical workout plans, and use exercise equipment safely. The Trainer provides individual and group instruction, encourages progress toward members goals, and supports a welcoming Judgement Free Zone.
Training is the primary focus of this role. When not performing training responsibilities, the Trainer performs Member Services Representative (MSR) duties as assigned, including cleaning, customer service, and general club operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Training
Conduct PE@PF sessions and coordinate the training schedule with the General Manager based on member needs and club requirements.
Discuss members' goals, experience, and relevant limitations to develop appropriate workout plans within the Trainer's qualifications.
Demonstrate proper equipment use and exercise technique; observe members and adjust instruction or exercises as needed.
Provide encouragement, feedback, and general exercise education to help members build confidence and maintain consistent exercise habits.
Maintain accurate session attendance, participation records, and required reports using company systems.
Keep training areas and equipment clean and safe; report equipment problems, injuries, or other concerns promptly to club leadership.
Follow company safety and emergency procedures and provide CPR/AED assistance within current certification and training when needed.
Protect member information and refer concerns beyond the Trainer's qualifications to appropriate professionals.
Member Service and Club Support
Perform MSR duties when not completing training work, including cleaning and sanitizing the club, assisting at the front desk, and supporting daily operations.
Assist members and guests with check-ins, questions, tours, and memberships; refer concerns requiring management involvement to club leadership.
Professionally enforce club rules and monitor access, including during challenging member interactions.
Re-rack weights, organize equipment, restock supplies, and complete other assigned club duties.
Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Current CPR/AED certification required and must be maintained throughout employment.
Current Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification from a nationally recognized certifying organization required and must be maintained throughout employment.
Knowledge of exercise fundamentals, safe equipment use, and appropriate exercise modifications.
Ability to explain and demonstrate exercises clearly to individuals and groups.
Strong customer service and communication skills, a positive attitude, and a passion for health and exercise.
Punctuality, reliability, basic computer proficiency, and a satisfactory background check.
Prior personal training, group instruction, or customer service experience preferred.
Physical Demands
The physical requirements described are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to:
Key
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Physical Abilities
Stand C (Constantly)
Walk C (Constantly)
Sit O (Occasionally)
Handling / Fingering C (Constantly)
Reach Outward F (Frequently)
Reach Above Shoulder O (Occasionally)
Climb O (Occasionally)
Crawl N (Not Applicable)
Squat or Kneel O (Occasionally)
Bend O (Occasionally)
Lift / Carry
10 lbs or less F (Frequently)
11-20 lbs F (Frequently)
21-50 lbs O (Occasionally)
51-100 lbs O (Occasionally)
Over 100 lbs N (Not Applicable)
Push / Pull
12 lbs or less O (Occasionally)
13-25 lbs O (Occasionally)
26-40 lbs O (Occasionally)
41-100 lbs O (Occasionally)
E-Verify
Pinnacle Fit Clubs, LLC is an E-Verify company. All new hires will be processed through E-Verify after accepting an offer of employment and completing Form I-9, to confirm they are legally eligible to work in the United States.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
Pinnacle Fit Clubs, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
