RecWell Fitness Floor Assistant

The Fitness Floor Assistant strives to live out the vision, mission, and core values of the Office of Recreation and Wellness through maintaining a clean and safe environment, as well as personal interactions with the Butler community to foster a sense of belonging and wellbeing to everyone that passes through our doors. The Fitness Floor Assistants are responsible for creating a safe and clean fitness environment by assisting in the day-to-day operations of the fitness spaces of the Health and Recreation Complex by cleaning and maintaining equipment and facilities, engaging in open communication with participants, and enhancing safety through policy education. 

Work Schedule 

6-12 hours per week, M-F 6AM-11 PM, Sat-Sun 12 PM-8 PM

Position Responsibilities

• Promote a safe, clean, and functional exercise environment.
• Act as a resource for participants on programs and services offered by the Office of Recreation and Wellness.
• Provide great customer service to our members, including educating them on and enforcing policies. ​
• Works cooperatively with other areas of the department to achieve established goals.
• ​Follow all guidelines for routine cleaning, inspection, and preventive maintenance on exercise equipment as laid out in the Fitness Floor Assistant manual and Daily Checklists​​.

Required Qualifications

• Current Butler Student
• ​Display strong communication skills to effectively interact with participants and other HRC employees ​
• CPR/AED/First Aid certified or able to attend HRC provided class within 30 days of hiring date 
• Able to complete all position responsibilities listed above

Preferred Qualifications

• ​​Experience working with diverse populations. 
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills​ 

Other Expectations

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance. 
• Comply with University standards and policies. 
• Ensure confidentiality of information.

Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.

Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University offers more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a thriving Butler for generations to come.

Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected category.