Fitness Worker- Group Fitness Instructor Municipality: City of Abbotsford To apply online, click here Job ID: J0725-0933 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying) Department: Parks, Recreation & Culture Job Description: The City of Abbotsford is looking for qualified, professional, and knowledgeable Auxiliary Fitness Workers – Group Fitness Instructors to teach group fitness at the Abbotsford & Matsqui Recreation Centres. The focus is to provide an excellent class for all participants for physical and mental health. Under the supervision of the Fitness Supervisor team, the Fitness Worker – Group Fitness Instructor is responsible for planning and executing fitness classes within their scope of practice. The main focus areas for the Fitness Worker – Group Fitness Instructor is inclusiveness of all participants as well as safety. The City offers a variety of already designed and well attended drop-in as well as pre-registered classes that help keep the members of our city healthy and active. Classes take place in classrooms and weightrooms at the City’s recreation centres. Duties: Duties & Responsibilities: • Provide a well-planned lesson for each class and adapt lessons to the abilities of the class, including completing attendance reports •Provide supervision and instruction to fitness center patrons effectively and in a professional manner •Provide instruction to patrons for safe use of fitness equipment, review rules, and facility safety •Enforce general rules of conduct for the fitness facilities •Respond to first aid incidents and complete appropriate first aid and safety documentation •Inspect fitness equipment and report repairs timely •Provide outstanding customer service and effective communication •Maintain a clean and welcoming environment to the diverse community of Abbotsford. Skill Requirements: Qualifications & Skills: •Current BCRPA or equivalent Group Fitness certification – CFES is accepted, as well as B.C.A.K Standing student or practicing •Specialized certifications, such as Together in Movement & Exercise certification, Fraser Health Cardiac Rehabilitation certification, and Pre/Post Natal certification considered an asset •Current Standard First Aid CPR ‘C’ & AED certification •Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service, effective communication and interpersonal skills •Ability to follow and carry-out oral and written communication in English •Ability to prepare documents and communication •Ability to apply the theory-based knowledge in anatomy and physiology as it applies to the work performed •Knowledge of the standard of care within your scope of practice •Knowledge of fitness equipment and functions •Knowledge and demonstrated use of email and recreation scheduling software Salary: Salary: $24.55 – $ 28.78 per hour, plus the appropriate percentage in lieu of benefits Additional Information: The candidate is required to provide a satisfactory Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Check in order to work in this position. A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position. It is the responsibility of the candidate to report to their manager any criminal charges laid against them during their term in this position. The City of Abbotsford is committed to creating a workplace that fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion by attracting, retaining and developing a talented and diverse workforce which broadly reflects the community and citizens we serve. As such, we encourage applications from individuals from all genders, backgrounds and underrepresented groups. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. To submit an application, please visit our website www.abbotsford.ca/careers. Web Address: www.abbotsford.ca/careers Address: City of Abbotsford 32315 South Fraser Way Abbotsford BC V2T 1W7 E-mail: careers@abbotsford.ca Fax: 604-864-5541 Opening Date: October 8, 2025 08:30 AM Closing Date: December 31, 2025 04:30 PM Back