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Personal Trainer, Palo Alto at Equinox

Equinox Mountain View, CA

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for energetic, creative, and enthusiastic Personal Trainer, reporting to the Personal Trainer Manager and Fitness Manager to join the Equinox team. This is a non-exempt hourly position great for candidates looking to make a significant impact in a growing and dynamic organization.

  • Administer fitness evaluations (Equifits), orientations, stretching and personal training sessions
  • Establish and maintain a personal training client base according to company standards
  • Provide a high level of personalized attention to members
  • Maintain knowledge and/or participation in all club services, programs and products
  • Update and maintain the Personal Training App
  • Instruct and demonstrate to members on the proper use of equipment and exercise techniques which may include operating equipment and dynamically moving weight up to 50 pounds
  • Provide each member and potential member with the best quality customer service
  • Adjust and operate all fitness equipment
  • Regular and predictable attendance
  • Attend Personal Training related meetings
  • Other duties as assigned


Qualifications
  • Current nationally recognized Personal Training certification- Required
  • CPR/AED certification
  • 1-3 yrs of previous Personal Training experience (preferred)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Possess honesty and personal integrity
  • Possess passion, ambition, drive, and knowledge regarding the fitness industry
  • Excel in time management, organizational and follow-up skills
  • Reliable, professional, computer literate, energetic, and friendly

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be able to perform all essential physical aspects of the position which may include standing, sitting, running, walking, jumping, squatting, bending, and reaching. As well as pushing, pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs at a time


Additional Information

AS A MEMBER OF THE EQUINOX TEAM YOU WILL RECEIVE:

  • We offer competitive salary, benefits, and industry leading commission opportunities for club employees
  • Complimentary Club membership
  • Perks and incentives with our products and services including Personal Training, Pilates, Spa and Shop

Pay Transparency: $33-$67/per session;$18.70/hr (non-session work); ability to earn additional incentive bonuses

This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.

Equinox is an equal opportunity employer. For more information regarding our career opportunities, please visit one of our clubs or our website at

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Must have a legal right to work in the United States.

Typical mid-level pay: $60k for Athletic Trainers nationally

National salary averages
Expected mid-level
$60k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected
$45k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $84k

Hot hiring, constrained wages

Employers are hiring actively, but pay hasn't caught up with demand. Focus on competing offers and non-salary benefits.

Hiring leverage
Lean candidate
Wage leverage âš  Disconnect
Limited
Mobility
Low mobility
Durability
Somewhat fragile

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Senior candidates with options, Credentialed candidates
Weaker for: Entry-level candidates, Career switchers, Self-taught practitioners

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

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Wage disconnect: Hiring is active but pay hasn't responded—negotiate on other terms.
Limited mobility: Few adjacent roles—switching employers is harder.

Focus on demonstrating unique fit and value.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
High turnover market

Many openings, but pay doesn't scale as much with experience.

+11%
10yr growth
Advanced degrees are common in this field.
Typical: Master's degree

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024