Personal Trainer

Description:

The City of Mississauga is seeking enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and client-focused Exercise Counsellors & Personal Trainers to join their Meadowvale Fitness team. Working for the City means becoming part of a dynamic, community-driven organization dedicated to delivering exceptional services to residents, visitors, and businesses.

Key Responsibilities

Exercise Counsellor Duties:

• Demonstrate proper techniques for using exercise equipment and ensure clients maintain correct form and safety.

• Enforce fitness etiquette and facility guidelines to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.

• Conduct safety inspections, assist with daily cleaning, and monitor fitness areas for hazards.

• Support customer service operations by conducting facility tours and assisting during emergencies.

• Verify participant wristbands for specific fitness classes when required.

• Administer emergency first aid as needed.

• Conduct “Fitness Starters” sessions for new members, including cardio and strength demonstrations, blood pressure and heart rate monitoring, and basic exercise counselling.

• Act as a knowledgeable resource, providing guidance and motivation to members.

Personal Trainer Duties:

• Contact clients to arrange assessments and training sessions.

• Conduct comprehensive fitness assessments including body composition, blood pressure, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, and strength analysis.

• Review and interpret health screening questionnaires (PAR Q) to ensure client safety.

• Design individualized exercise programs that align with each client’s goals, needs, and limitations.

• Provide ongoing motivation, adjust programs as clients progress, and ensure proper exercise techniques.

• Modify training routines based on fitness principles to promote continuous improvement.

• Maintain professional and supportive communication to encourage client engagement and consistency.

Skills and Qualifications

• Certified Personal Training credential from a recognized organization (e.g., CanFitPro, ACE, ACSM, NSCA, CPTN, or equivalent).

• Minimum completion of two years in a College Diploma or University Degree program related to fitness or health.

• Valid Emergency First Aid and CPR “B” certification.

• Strong communication and leadership skills, with proven ability to guide and motivate clients.

• Demonstrated familiarity with diverse training methods and fitness program design.

• Must successfully complete a Level 3 Vulnerable Sector Check at own expense.

Hours of Work:

Up to 24 hours per week, with flexible scheduling based on program needs.

Work Location:

Meadowvale Community Centre, Mississauga, Ontario.

Department:

Community Services Department, Recreation & Culture Division, Program Delivery Section.

Union Status:

Non-Union

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The City of Mississauga is committed to fostering a workplace culture that reflects the diversity of the community it serves. It strives to ensure fairness, equity, and inclusivity throughout its recruitment and employment practices.

Accommodations

The City of Mississauga provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

If you require accommodations during the application process, please complete the Accommodation Request Form and email it to recruitment.accommodation@mississauga.ca, including the Job ID (27214) and Job Title (Exercise Counsellor & Personal Trainer, Fitness).