Req ID: 28668 Vacancy Type: Permanent
Contract Duration:
Number of Positions: 5 Closing Date: 10/30/2026
Job Summary
Working for the City means you are part of something big, something special! You will be part or a team of engaging, enthusiastic and dedicated people that are committed to collaborating with one another to deliver on our commitment to the residents, visitors and businesses of Mississauga.
Duties and Responsibilities
Exercise Counsellor:
- Responsible for demonstrating proper instruction to customers with respect to correct technique and use of exercise equipment.
- Responsible for enforcing fitness etiquette rules and guidelines posted.
- Assist customer service with facility tours, provide direction, and clear all applicable areas in emergency situations.
- Perform daily safety inspections, inventories and cleaning duties.
- Responsible for checking wristbands for select fitness classes as needed.
- Provide emergency first-aid when required.
- Provides Fitness Starters (45 mins) to members who have signed up.
- Counsellor will show select cardio and strength exercises, takes blood pressure, heart rate and will provide quality customer service and act as a knowledgeable resource to participants.
Personal Trainer, Fitness:
- Responsible for contacting clients to arrange training/assessment times.
- Responsible for reviewing Personal Training request sheet and Par Q health screening questionnaire.
- Provide Fitness Assessments for effective customer screening and program design.
- Must have knowledge of PAR Q interpretation.
- Provide assessments (approx.1 hour in duration) and focus on body composition, customer goals, blood pressure/heart rate screening, strength, flexibility and cardiovascular health.
- Responsible for program design/exercise prescription specific to client’s individual goals, needs, limitations and must stay within scope of practice for effective program design.
- Monitor and correct technique throughout exercise session and effectively adjust program based on needs and plateau peaks.
- Continually provide encouragement and support to clients and strive to provide a safe and effective environment for clients and surrounding members.
- Modify exercises with respect to principles of training for effective program delivery.
Skills and Qualifications
- Personal Training Certificate by a recognized association including Can Fit Pro, ACE, ACSM, NSCA, CPTN or equivalent with annual renewals provided for validation.
- Completion of a minimum 2 years of a College Diploma/University Degree program in a fitness related field.
- A valid Basic First Aid (previously Emergency First Aid) and CPR B certification or Immediate First Aid (previously Standard First Aid) and CPR C certification is required prior to your start date.
- Strong written and verbal skills.
- Experience and familiarity with common fitness training techniques.
- Strong program leadership skills.
- Level 3 – Vulnerable check will be required of the successful candidate, as a condition of employment, at their own expense, to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.
Hourly Rate/Salary: 24.02- 26.41 Grade: PD Hours of Work: up to 24 Work Location: Various Organization Unit: CMS/Meadowvale Fitness Department/Division/Section: CMS/Community Services Dept , CMS/Recreation & Culture Division , Program Delivery Non-Union/Union: Non Union
Applicants applying to this posting may be considered for the same position(s) should another vacancy occur within six months from the date of this posting, unless the requirement to repost is expressed differently in a Collective Agreement. If you are selected for an interview and your proposed transfer or promotion results in a real or perceived conflict of interest in relation to the Employment of Relatives Corporate Policy and Procedure, you must notify the Human Resources Representative as soon as possible. If you are selected for an interview you are expected to disclose all current positions held in the City, whether full time or part time.
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
The City of Mississauga may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in sourcing and/or screening candidates for some positions; however, it is not used in selecting final candidates
Candidates are expected to complete interviews independently to ensure an equitable assessment. The use of AI-generated responses, AI assistants, transcription tools, or third-party coaching technologies during interviews is prohibited, unless supported by an approved accommodation and may result in disqualification from the recruitment process.
Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please complete the following Accommodation Request Form and have it emailed to recruitment.accommodation@mississauga.ca citing the Job ID and Job Title. This will inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.
Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
