Gym Attendant

Provides customer assistance and performs routine maintenance as part of the normal operation of the Hopewell Community Center   

• Monitors activities in the Hopewell Community Center gymnasium and fitness rooms
• Provides customer assistance to facility members, program participants, and guests
• Enforces facility rules and policies; follows policies of the Recreation and Parks department
• Inspects gym equipment and facilities for condition and safety, makes requests for supplies and equipment repairs or replacement
• Assists with routine maintenance to include program set up, dusting, mopping and emptying trash; disinfects fitness equipment as required
• Keeps storage areas neat and organized at all times
• Completes daily cleaning checklist and equipment inventory
• Assists at department wide special events, oversees games, inflatables, crowd control, etc. 
• Assists with other programs and activities as needed; performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Education and Experience:

• High school   diploma or GED and minimal experience (less than 6 months) required

Knowledge:

• General knowledge of athletic games, related rules and regulations applicable to gymnasiums 
• Knowledge of exercise equipment, CPR/first aid, and emergency practices

Skills:

• Customer service, teaching, communication and basic computer skills

Abilities:  

• Ability to work with all levels of the general public

Work Environment:

• Work is performed primarily in an indoor, climate-controlled environment but some tasks may require work to be completed outdoors.  Workers may be exposed to occasional conditions such as outdoor weather, loud noises, and odors that may cause temporary discomfort.  

Essential Physical Activities:

• Stooping, crouching, walking, grasping, hearing, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception. 
• Typical Weight Handled:  up to 25 lbs.