Job Information
UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY Personal Trainer in OREM, Utah
Personal Trainer
Salary: $15.00 - $17.90 Hourly
Job Type: Part-Time Staff
Job Number: FY2605631
Closing: 3/31/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Location: 800 W University Parkway, Orem
Division: VP Student Affairs
Position Announcement
Stepping into a Personal Trainer role at Utah Valley University means becoming part of a community that values wellness, learning, and personal growth. You'll have the opportunity to work with clients of all fitness levels-students, faculty, staff, and alumni-designing individualized and group training programs that help them build confidence, develop healthy habits, and reach meaningful goals. It's a hands-on position where your expertise in exercise technique, physiology, and safe equipment use directly shapes the experience and success of those you train.
In this role, you'll do more than guide workouts-you'll educate, motivate, and create a supportive environment where every client feels welcome. If you enjoy empowering others, tailoring programs to unique needs, and being part of a vibrant campus recreation team, this position offers a rewarding way to make a real impact.
Summary of Responsibilities
• Conduct initial fitness assessments and personal training sessions for individuals or small groups following protocols and industry standards.
• Motivate and educate clients on health and fitness related to their goals.
• Develop customized workout programs based on clients' goals, fitness levels, and any medical limitations.
• Complete reports, forms, and surveys to track and record clients and their progress and their satisfaction with services.
• Actively market and promote our personal fitness services, facility, and programs.
• Develop reports and surveys to document service use and satisfaction.
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications
• Current Personal Training Certification of a major national association (NSCA, ACSM, AFAA, NASM, ACE, ISSA), CPR/AED, and First Aid certified.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
Preferred Qualifications:
Interest or Field of study related to health and fitness
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Knowledge
• Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques.
• Knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology, and training principles.
• Knowledge of personal fitness training techniques.
• Knowledge of programs and services in the Student Life and Wellness Center.
• Knowledge of methods for promoting and increasing fitness in patrons.
Skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey instructions and provide feedback to clients.
• Proficiency in demonstrating exercises and providing clear, concise instructions.
Abilities
• Ability to facilitate positive fitness.
• Ability to display a positive attitude for all patrons and SLWC staff.
• Ability to establish meaningful relationships.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures, arrive prepared and on time for work, and consistently demonstrate service excellence.
• Capability to analyze clients' progress and adjust programs as needed to ensure continuous improvement.
• Ability to motivate clients.
• Ability to cooperate and work well with other staff members.
EEO Statement:
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