Fitness Specialist

Aquila's Fitness Specialist assists members in safe and effective exercise and performs a wide range of technical exercise and administrative duties in health/fitness center. This is a fully in-person position.The pay rate for this position is $22.36 per hour, with a 40 hour work week, 8 hours per weekday. The work week is Monday-Friday. Work hours are 7 am to 3 p.m., and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on alternating days. Friday hours are 7-3 pm. Candidates should be able to work both shifts on alternating days.At Aquila, we want all of our people to be healthy, happy and grow with us. You will enjoy all of the following benefits at Aquila:Medical, dental, and vision coverageLife and Disability coveragePaid vacation and sick timePaid holidaysTuition reimbursementContinuing education reimbursementsPerformance bonusesCommuter pre-tax benefitsFitness retailers discount programs401k plan with company matchMonday to Friday schedule, no weekend workResponsibilities include:Teach group fitness classesConduct personal training sessionsSupervise exercise areasEducate members concerning safe exercise techniquesPerform exercise assessments and prescribe exercise upon American College of Sports Medicine guidelinesConduct safe and effective assessments including cardiovascular, strength, flexibility and body composition analysis; evaluate and interpret data and identify high risk participants and special populationsAid members - spotting and equipment usageExplain all equipmentEnsure the maintenance, cleanliness and safety of all equipmentAdhere to departmental and club policies and proceduresAdhere to client’s policies and proceduresAttend staff meetingsAssist in wellness and fitness promotions and external eventsPerform daily administrative dutiesQualifications:B.S. in Kinesiology, Exercise Science or in related health/fitness field OR an active NCCA accredited national fitness certification (ACE, NASM, AFAA, ACSM, NCSF, NSCA or other NCCA accredited certification)Active CPR certificationUS Citizen (required for clearance purposes)1+ years experience in supervising adults during exercisesSkills required:Excellent communication skillsKnowledge of fitness training principlesCustomer service orientedOrganizedPunctualDependableKnowledgeableCreativeMaintain a desire for continual improvementAll candidates must be able to successfully complete a federal security clearance check.Aquila is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by law.EOE Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesIf you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources at hr@ or (305) 400-8444.

Created: 2025-06-13