Fitness Equipment Technician

The WELL

REQUISITION #621200074

University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) at Sacramento State is seeking a Fitness Equipment Technician for The WELL. What makes The WELL at Sacramento State such a special place? You would be joining a dynamic team in an environment centered around wellness, focused on staff development, offering wonderful benefits, and providing engaging and fulfilling work. You will grow in this role and have an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students.

UEI and the University Union Operation of Sacramento State (Union WELL, Inc.) are auxiliaries of Sacramento State and California 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporations. The Union WELL, Inc. consists of the facility operations and programs of two buildings: The University Union and The WELL (Recreation & Wellness Center).  The University Union facility, totaling approximately 220,000 square feet, currently houses food service operations, retail operations, multiple meeting and conference spaces, Associated Students, Inc., Student Organizations and Leadership offices, Women’s Resource Center, PRIDE Center, KSSU Student Radio, Public Information Desk, Games Room, Union Gallery, Terminal Lounge (music/video digital media), Student Computer Lounge, Meditation Room, computer and printer workstations throughout the building, a University Police Service Center, and various open lounge spaces. The WELL, totaling approximately 165,000 square feet, houses five fitness studios, a cardio suite, two fitness floors, a multi-activity court, four basketball courts, a rock climbing wall, four racquetball courts, an indoor running track, locker rooms, and conference center.  The WELL is also home to Student Health and Counseling Services. The facilities provide services to over 31,000 students, as well as faculty and staff on campus.

Explore The WELL through the following link for more information: https://thewellatsacstate.com/

RATE OF PAY:  $3,886 - $5,829 per month

BENEFITS: UEI offers an excellent benefits package that includes:

• Participation in CalPERS Retirement Program
• Paid Vacation Time – starting at 6.66 hours accrued/month
• Paid Sick Time – 8 hours accrued/month
• Paid Holidays – 14 paid holidays per year including paid time off the week between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day as the CSUS campus is closed
• Excellent medical benefits – 100% employer-paid medical & dental for employee-only coverage and low cost for family coverage
• Educational Assistance Program for employees and/or dependents
• Child care subsidy
• Free membership to The WELL, Sacramento State’s on-campus fitness center
• View a comprehensive list of all of the benefits at https://www.enterprises.csus.edu/wp-content/uploads/UEI_Benefits-At-A-Glance-Brochure_Union_Well.pdf

FILING DEADLINE: This position closes to new applicants on May 4, 2025. Your application will be reviewed after this date.

APPLY ONLINE:  To be considered, all applicants must apply through the UEI website at https://secure6.saashr.com/ta/6158859.careers?ShowJob=621200074. Applicants who apply outside of this link will not be considered.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is a full-time, non-exempt (eligible for overtime pay), benefited position that is covered under the California Public Employees’ Retirement System. Continued employment in this position is dependent upon the mutual consent of University Enterprises and the employee, and either University Enterprises or the employee can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause.

The selected candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the United States. University Enterprises, Inc. is not a sponsoring agency (i.e. H-1B Visa). 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Demonstrated professional experience in semi-skilled fitness equipment maintenance and repair work.
2. Demonstrated working knowledge of common methods, practices, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of fitness equipment.
3. Demonstrated working knowledge of routine and preventative safety practices of fitness equipment, as well as various tools used in the trade, and their proper use and care.
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
5. Ability to compile, prepare, write, and review reports.
6. Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
7. Demonstrated experience working with computer software applications, including word-processing, spreadsheet, presentation, internet, and email software, such as the programs in the Microsoft Office Suite.
8. Experience working in a multicultural environment.
9. Must acquire CPR/AED and First Aid Instructor certification within three (3) months of employment. Certification must be kept current.
10. Demonstrated ability to work in a high-pressure environment and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of staff and the surrounding community.
11. Must be fingerprinted and pass a background check . Must continue to meet the established standards.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology/Exercise Science, or related field.
2. Specialty certifications and knowledge that pertain to specific fitness equipment pieces and vendors.
3. Demonstrated experience maintaining fitness equipment in large fitness centers, with a robust equipment offering.
4. Demonstrated experience supervising or leading one or more employees., including selecting, training, coordinating, evaluating, and supervising.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

With or without a reasonable accommodation: Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computers, telephones, calculators, copy machines, fax machines, printers, and scanners. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in an office and fitness center environment, with continuous contact with staff and frequent contact with the campus community and the public.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Fitness Equipment Technician is responsible for the management and maintenance of The WELL’s fitness equipment assets, which includes performing a wide variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks focusing on the repair and maintenance of fitness equipment and supervising a team of part-time student employees. In addition, the position will assist in the documentation of all fitness equipment assets, support budget planning, monitor expenses, assess program learning outcomes, and facilitate maintenance workflow management when it specifically relates to fitness equipment. This position reports to and receives general supervision from the Assistant Director, Fitness & Wellness. The Fitness Equipment Technician will provide daily work direction to fitness equipment part-time staff, including student assistants.

The specific duties and responsibilities are as follows:

1. Maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs fitness equipment, including but not limited to spin bikes, treadmills, ellipticals, stair climbers, selectorized weight equipment, free weights, and racks to ensure the safety of equipment users and promote equipment longevity.
2. Maintains daily, weekly, monthly, biannual, and/or annual preventative maintenance schedule for all fitness, cardiovascular, and select motorized equipment according to manufacturer’s recommended service schedules and warranties.
3. Inspects equipment daily for safety issues. Immediately removes equipment from service and informs the Assistant Director, Fitness & Wellness, if any issues are found.
4. Attends periodic professional development to remain up to date and informed on relevant skills pertaining to the repair and maintenance of fitness equipment.
5. Addresses and maintains a timely and consistent workflow for maintenance tickets and the overall management of ticketing software.
6. Implements the hiring, training, payroll, supervision, and evaluation of all fitness maintenance student personnel, program supervisors, and attendants.
7. Creates and leads a dynamic and motivated staff team, using a high-quality process including recruiting, hiring, training, development, and evaluation of staff.
8. Assists in the development, review, implementation, and enforcement of all policies and procedures that will ensure effective day-to-day use and maintenance of all fitness equipment.
9. Recommends, to the Assistant Director, Fitness & Wellness, future modifications to fitness equipment using member feedback; makes improvements and recommends innovative opportunities and changes that enhance the programs, equipment, and facility.
10. Assists with the ongoing evaluation of all fitness equipment, including data analysis, completing participant evaluations and/or assessments, focus groups, informal discussions, and written program surveys.
11. Works with Assistant Director, Fitness & Wellness, to edit and maintain a master facility document for all fitness equipment assets in the facility.
12. Supports and maintains sound working relationships with all partners in The WELL to create a dynamic and fully collaborative health and wellness program.
13. Works with Assistant Director, Fitness & Wellness on equipment maintenance and safety, purchasing, replacement schedule, and customer use of The WELL.
14. Assists with the management of a strategic planning process and identifying pertinent projects that are receptive and responsive to student, faculty, and staff input regarding programs and services in The WELL.
15. Serves as a risk manager for all fitness equipment-related situations. Consult as needed with the Assistant Director, Fitness & Wellness, and propose appropriate policy changes to provide a safe environment for all.
16. Assists in moving and organizing fitness equipment as requested by the Assistant Director, Fitness & Wellness.
17. Creates and maintains professional relationships with equipment vendors.
18. Performs other duties of a similar nature as requested by the Assistant Director, Fitness & Wellness.

Note:  This position vacancy is with University Enterprises Inc., an auxiliary organization of California State University, Sacramento.  This is not a University position; the incumbent will be an employee of University Enterprises. University Enterprises operates commercial enterprises on the California State University, Sacramento campus; it is responsible for grant and contract management and fiscal services for University research and sponsored programs and provides fiscal services to University related agencies and activities.  University Enterprises is a non-profit corporation governed by a board of directors in conformance with the appropriate State of California codes and policy directives of the Board of Trustees and the campus administration.

University Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of University Enterprises that all employees and applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All recruitment, hiring, placement, and promotions will be on a basis of qualifications of the individual for the position being filled, regardless of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age (over 40 years), sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition (diagnosis or history of cancer)*, citizenship, veteran status, or physical or mental disability.  Any persons who feel that they have been discriminated against in connection with an application for employment should contact University Enterprises' Director of Human Resources at (916) 278-7003. *As defined in Section 12926(F), Government Code 12990.

***AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER***

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Police and Campus Crime Statistics Act, California State University, Sacramento has made crime reporting statistics available on-line at www.csus.edu/police/cleryact.htm. Print copies are available in the CSUS library and by request from the CSUS Office of Public Safety and the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs.

About University Enterprises, Inc.

University Enterprises, Inc. will be the employer of record for this position. UEI is a dynamic and innovative non-profit corporation. It creates and manages an array of programs and services, which support and strengthen CSUS programs.The position will be working with The Union WELL Inc. is also an auxiliary of California State University, Sacramento and is a California 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation. The corporation consists of the facility operations and programs of two buildings: The University Union and The WELL (Recreation & Wellness Center). The University Union facility, totaling approximately 220,000 square feet, currently houses food service operations, retail operations, multiple meeting and conference spaces, Associated Students, Inc., Student Organizations and Leadership offices, Women’s Resource Center, PRIDE Center, KSSU Student Radio, Public Information Desk, Games Room, Union Gallery, Terminal Lounge (music/video digital media), Student Computer Lounge, Meditation Room, computer and printer workstations throughout the building, a University Police Service Center, and various open lounge spaces. The WELL, totaling approximately 150,000 square feet, houses thre...e fitness studios, a cardio suite, two fitness floors, a multi-activity court, four basketball courts, a rock climbing wall, four racquetball courts, an indoor running track, locker rooms, and conference center. The WELL is also home to Student Health and Counseling Services. The facilities provide services to over 31,000 students, as well as faculty and staff on campus.

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