Personal Trainer/Health Fitness Professional (Base Pay + Commission)
HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is a proven leader in providing fitness solutions that engage and connect people both on-site and online, to create a strong community of health. Our work focuses on creating meaningful connections with each of our participants to help them move forward. We foster each individual’s journey by creating communities of health within the organizations we serve – so that everyone is supported. As an employee of HealthFitness you will enjoy a variety of health and financial benefits and receive competitive pay. We provide personal and professional support, training and development and flexible employment opportunities.
About the role
Make an impact—without giving up your weekends. 💪✨
HealthFitness is hiring a Personal Trainer/Health Fitness Professional (base pay + commission) at a corporate fitness site in downtown Washington, D.C.—just 2 to 3 blocks from multiple Metro stops. This employee-only facility (not open to the general public) offers a professional, focused environment.
Predictable schedule: 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday (no weekends), with a mix of opening, mid, and closing shifts between 5:50 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
Why this role stands out:
Earn more with commission: Opportunity to earn an additional $3,000–$10,000 annually on top of hourly pay, through personal training (performance-based; not guaranteed) 💰
No sales pressure: No quotas or aggressive sales expectations ❌
Strong benefits + perks: Interested in getting a group exercise instructor certification? We offer discounts and reimbursement, free CEUs and a comprehensive Benefits package including 401(k) with company match, paid time off, volunteer PTO and much more!
Complimentary gym membership 🎓🏋️
If you’re passionate about helping others build sustainable fitness habits—and want a role that offers both stability and variety—this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Coordinates, implements, and/or delivers health and fitness programs and services, promotions and outreach activities. Responsible for providing outstanding service to members & program participants to maximize participation, outcomes and customer satisfaction.Key Accountabilities:
Supervises facility; interacts with participants and monitors equipment and participant safety.
Provides individual and group exercise instruction; educates participants on proper techniques to maximize exercise safety and effectiveness.
Coordinates and leads a variety of HealthFitness and program-specific health improvement programs & promotions.
Conducts fitness testing and assessments and advises participants of results; designs individualized programs to meet the participant’s interests, abilities and goals.
Researches health & fitness educational topics and identifies appropriate participant educational materials; conducts health education seminars/presentations.
Participates in membership drives to acquire new participants; enrolls new participants and conducts facility, program and equipment orientations.
Promotes program offerings and conducts outreach activities to increase participation and re-engage inactive participants.
Creates and maintains bulletin boards, newsletters and other marketing & communication materials.
Coordinates internship program; oversees the recruitment, training, supervision and evaluation of student interns.
Other duties as needed/assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
NCCA Accredited Personal Trainer certification from an Industry recognized and HealthFitness approved agency.
OSHA compliant Adult CPR/AED from American Red Cross, American Heart Association, National Safety Council, or American Safety & Health Institute. (Note: Must be 100% in-person or blended course).
Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills including the ability to motivate others.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including at minimum Word, Excel and Outlook.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with enthusiasm, initiative and creativity.
Stand out to our team by having an Associate’s degree in a related field (Kinesiology, Exercise Science, etc.) NOT REQUIRED. In lieu of degree we also consider those with 2+ years’ fitness and wellness industry experience, along with fitness industry certification(s) from a HealthFitness approved provider.
Brand: HealthFitness
Come join HealthFitness! Join a team that will not only utilize your current skills but will enhance them as well. We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision plans including HSA, PPO and FSA options, retirement/401(k) with employer matching program, fitness and wellness programs incentivized with medical plan discounts, certification reimbursement program, tuition reimbursement, paid new parent leave, paid Holidays and PTO (starting at 3 weeks for full-time associates), volunteer paid time off and much more.
HealthFitness is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our people and our business. We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.