Program Assistant - Fitness Attendant
About the role
Job Number:
J0825-0731
Job Type:
Temporary Part time
Employee Group:
Union Local CUPE 30
Job Category:
Culture & Recreation Services
Open Positions:
1
Date Posted:
August 25, 2025
Closing Date:
September 3, 2025
Salary:
$20.87 - $22.95/Hour
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Position Summary
The City of Fort Saskatchewan is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and energetic individual to join our team at the Dow Centennial Centre. Candidates who possess experience and exceptional interpersonal skills may be considered to provide a healthy, safe and welcoming environment for patrons utilizing the Fitness Centre.
Responsibilities
include but are not limited to the following:
- Provide exceptional customer service.
- Ongoing monitoring of the fitness/wellness centre as well as the running track.
- Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and sanitation by cleaning equipment on a daily basis.
- Assist in set up, supervise, and take down of equipment for programs.
- Ensure fitness and weight training center and running track are used according to regulations and policies.
- Maintain confidentiality and privacy of all clients, contractors and instructors.
- Handle difficult situations in a positive courteous manner.
- Complete daily duties checklist.
- Prepare reports such as incident/accident, statistical and inventory.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a high school diploma and a current First Aid and CPR certification. Fitness-related credentials or post-secondary education is considered an asset. General knowledge of health and fitness and fitness equipment is required. Experience working in a fitness & wellness centre and an Alberta Fitness Leadership Certification are considered assets. Candidates must have exceptional customer service skills, a positive work attitude, and be able to work in a team environment.
This position is within the scope of C.U.P.E. Local 30, and as such, you will be required to adhere to the articles contained within the Collective Agreement.
Rate of Pay: $20.87 - $22.95 per hour
Hours of Work: Minimum of 15 hours per week.
Early morning, mid-afternoon, evening and weekend shifts
Duration: Immediately – February 6, 2026
Fort Saskatchewan, home to nearly 30,000 people, is a vibrant economic and cultural hub located in Treaty 6 Territory and Métis Nation of Alberta District 11, just 15 minutes northeast of Edmonton. The City of Fort Saskatchewan proudly manages recreation, culture and historic amenities including a performing arts theatre and a fitness centre within the Dow Centennial Centre and the historic 1875 - 1885 NWMP Fort Representation in the heart of downtown. Located on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, Fort Saskatchewan boasts more than 80 km of paved trails along with many natural areas for residents to explore. As a City, we believe in diversity and inclusion and are working toward creating a city where all residents are respected and have a sense of belonging.
The City of Fort Saskatchewan thanks all applicants for their interest and advises those applicants under consideration will be contacted.
Are you interested in this job?
About City of Fort Saskatchewan
The City of Fort Saskatchewan is a vibrant economic and cultural hub located just 15 minutes northeast of Edmonton on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River.
Home to more than 20,000 people, the City proudly manages state of the art recreation, culture and historic amenities including 50 km of outdoor trails, a performing arts theatre and fitness centre within the Dow Centennial Centre and the 1875 – 1885 NWMP Fort Representation in historic downtown.
OUR CORE VALUES Our commitment to each other and our citizens …
RESPECT
- We treat others as we want to be treated, and value ideas and contributions.
- We work together to ensure our safety and well-being.
- We embrace sustainability so future generations can meet their needs.
INTEGRITY
- We earn trust and behave ethically.
- We are honest in all our interactions.
- We take responsibility for our actions, and follow through on our promises.
SERVICE
- We strive to serve our community equitably, and with enthusiasm.
- We commit to deliver quality service.
- We believe volunteerism is foundational to our community.
EXCELLENCE
- We forge a culture of strong communication and continuous improvement.
- We have a collective determination that what we do, we do well.
- We are innovative, results driven, and adaptable.
Program Assistant - Fitness Attendant
About the role
Job Number:
J0825-0731
Job Type:
Temporary Part time
Employee Group:
Union Local CUPE 30
Job Category:
Culture & Recreation Services
Open Positions:
1
Date Posted:
August 25, 2025
Closing Date:
September 3, 2025
Salary:
$20.87 - $22.95/Hour
Share
Position Summary
The City of Fort Saskatchewan is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and energetic individual to join our team at the Dow Centennial Centre. Candidates who possess experience and exceptional interpersonal skills may be considered to provide a healthy, safe and welcoming environment for patrons utilizing the Fitness Centre.
Responsibilities
include but are not limited to the following:
- Provide exceptional customer service.
- Ongoing monitoring of the fitness/wellness centre as well as the running track.
- Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and sanitation by cleaning equipment on a daily basis.
- Assist in set up, supervise, and take down of equipment for programs.
- Ensure fitness and weight training center and running track are used according to regulations and policies.
- Maintain confidentiality and privacy of all clients, contractors and instructors.
- Handle difficult situations in a positive courteous manner.
- Complete daily duties checklist.
- Prepare reports such as incident/accident, statistical and inventory.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a high school diploma and a current First Aid and CPR certification. Fitness-related credentials or post-secondary education is considered an asset. General knowledge of health and fitness and fitness equipment is required. Experience working in a fitness & wellness centre and an Alberta Fitness Leadership Certification are considered assets. Candidates must have exceptional customer service skills, a positive work attitude, and be able to work in a team environment.
This position is within the scope of C.U.P.E. Local 30, and as such, you will be required to adhere to the articles contained within the Collective Agreement.
Rate of Pay: $20.87 - $22.95 per hour
Hours of Work: Minimum of 15 hours per week.
Early morning, mid-afternoon, evening and weekend shifts
Duration: Immediately – February 6, 2026
Fort Saskatchewan, home to nearly 30,000 people, is a vibrant economic and cultural hub located in Treaty 6 Territory and Métis Nation of Alberta District 11, just 15 minutes northeast of Edmonton. The City of Fort Saskatchewan proudly manages recreation, culture and historic amenities including a performing arts theatre and a fitness centre within the Dow Centennial Centre and the historic 1875 - 1885 NWMP Fort Representation in the heart of downtown. Located on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, Fort Saskatchewan boasts more than 80 km of paved trails along with many natural areas for residents to explore. As a City, we believe in diversity and inclusion and are working toward creating a city where all residents are respected and have a sense of belonging.
The City of Fort Saskatchewan thanks all applicants for their interest and advises those applicants under consideration will be contacted.
Are you interested in this job?
About City of Fort Saskatchewan
The City of Fort Saskatchewan is a vibrant economic and cultural hub located just 15 minutes northeast of Edmonton on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River.
Home to more than 20,000 people, the City proudly manages state of the art recreation, culture and historic amenities including 50 km of outdoor trails, a performing arts theatre and fitness centre within the Dow Centennial Centre and the 1875 – 1885 NWMP Fort Representation in historic downtown.
OUR CORE VALUES Our commitment to each other and our citizens …
RESPECT
- We treat others as we want to be treated, and value ideas and contributions.
- We work together to ensure our safety and well-being.
- We embrace sustainability so future generations can meet their needs.
INTEGRITY
- We earn trust and behave ethically.
- We are honest in all our interactions.
- We take responsibility for our actions, and follow through on our promises.
SERVICE
- We strive to serve our community equitably, and with enthusiasm.
- We commit to deliver quality service.
- We believe volunteerism is foundational to our community.
EXCELLENCE
- We forge a culture of strong communication and continuous improvement.
- We have a collective determination that what we do, we do well.
- We are innovative, results driven, and adaptable.