06 Oct
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Township of Muskoka Lakes
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New Westminster
06 Oct
Township of Muskoka Lakes
New Westminster
34.23 to $37.08 per hour + 12% in lieu of all benefits and vacation Employee Group: CUPE, Local 387 Location: təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre: 65 East Sixth Ave As a central hub in the Metro Vancouver area, the City of New Westminster delivers a broad spectrum of urban services to over 92,000 residents. New Westminster is rich in history with a viable and thriving economy and has a population representative of the diversity of the region. Awarded a gold award in excellence for policy planning with its’ Seven Bold Steps to address climate change, our new təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre will embody this vision and has gained recognition as the first aquatic centre in Canada to achieve the Canadian Green Building Council Zero Carbon Building standard!
For 40 years, New Westminster aquatics has been a leader and innovator in helping our community member’s reach their fitness goals through the development of customized personal training and conditioning programs to be implemented in our amazing recreation facilities. As a Personal Trainer, you will develop and modify individual weight training and fitness plans; orient clients to the weight/fitness areas; promote interest and participation in fitness activities; Working within established program guidelines, this is a great prospect to use your creativity and innovation to develop inclusive, exciting, and unique offerings for the community. Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by a current nationally recognized personal trainer certification and some related community recreation experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Sound knowledge of the principles, practices, and objectives of individual weight training and fitness programs; including the various types of weight training equipment. Sound knowledge of applicable policies, regulations,
and rules governing the work performed. Ability to evaluate individual’s fitness levels, develop individual weight training and fitness programs, and provide advice and guidance relative to health and fitness matters.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts and deal tactfully and diplomatically with a variety of customers. Skilled in the operation of a variety of equipment used in programs for health, wellness, and fitness facilities. Ability to work non-standard work hours/shifts based on operational requirements.
Considerable knowledge of a specialized area within the industry such as injury rehabilitation, power lifting, improving performance for specific sports or working with elite athletes, is preferred.
Experience working with active aging, older adults, and youth considered an asset. BC Recreation and Parks Association – Basic Fitness Leaders Weight Training (or equivalent) BC Recreation and Parks Association – Personal Trainer Certification (or equivalent) CSEP, NSCA, and/or CFES would be considered an asset We offer our employees great work-life balance, including competitive salaries, comprehensive health and wellness benefits and retirement plans (a percentage in lieu of benefits for auxiliary positions). We also offer a hybrid remote work schedule in accordance with our Remote Work Policy, opportunities for education and training, and engaging, rewarding work.
To support a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community; women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity orexpression (LGBTQ2S+), persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversity of our workforce, are encouraged to express their interest. We are learning and building relationships with the people whose lands we are on.
📌 Personal Fitness Trainer (early mornings) (New Westminster)
🏢 Township of Muskoka Lakes
📍 New Westminster