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Northeastern

Global research university with co-op education

Fitness Center Worker/Building Supervisor

Part-Time
$17.50 - $20
Entry
Oakland, CA, USA
In Person
Facilities Operations

About the job

Requirements
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Must be able to pass a background check.
  • Must be willing to become CPR/AED certified; current certification is preferred.
  • Must have basic computer proficiency.
Responsibilities
  • Supervise users of the fitness center, gymnasium, activity rooms, tennis courts, and soccer field.
  • Ensure that all safety and emergency protocols are followed.
  • Arrive on time wearing appropriate attire, and communicate absences in advance while taking initiative to find coverage.
  • Follow procedures for opening and closing facilities.
  • Greet students, staff, and faculty as they enter and exit; assist with questions, concerns, and check-in.
  • Ensure patrons follow policies and redirect them as needed.
  • Maintain a professional demeanor during scheduled shifts.
  • Resolve concerns and escalate them to a supervisor as needed.
  • Answer phones and assist callers with inquiries.
  • Clean and sanitize exercise equipment regularly and consistently.
  • Do laundry and perform sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping according to specific cleaning protocols.
  • Frequently inspect all facility areas, promptly fix or report safety or policy issues, and address cleanliness concerns.
  • Take initiative to ensure facility safety and promptly report maintenance or facility concerns, including broken or missing equipment and unsafe conditions.
  • Anticipate, recognize, and react to emergencies, provide necessary assistance, report to the direct supervisor, and follow the Emergency Action Plan.
  • Follow all policies and procedures in the staff handbook.
  • Perform administrative and clerical duties as assigned by Campus Recreation staff.
  • Support special projects, including tabling, group fitness, tennis courts, and vehicle support.
Desired Qualifications
  • Six to twelve months of experience in a customer service environment is preferred.
  • Current CPR/AED certification is preferred.

About the company

Northeastern is a global research university focused on experiential learning and discovery. It combines classroom study with professional work through its extensive cooperative education program, allowing students to alternate between academics, paid internships, research, service, and global study in 100 countries. Its approach links education to real-world problems, supported by collaborations across campuses in Boston, Charlotte, Seattle, San Francisco Bay Area, Toronto, and satellite sites in Burlington and Nahant. The university’s research agenda is use-inspired, addressing health, security, and sustainability challenges through interdisciplinary teams and institutes. Northeastern aims to prepare graduates with practical experience while advancing knowledge to tackle global issues across multiple disciplines.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

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Total Funding

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Headquarters

New York City, New York

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What believers are saying

  • The July 2026 New York City campus launch expands admissions, brand, and employer access immediately.
  • The 840 Columbus residence hall adds 1,215 beds, supporting Boston enrollment growth through 2027.
  • Massachusetts awarded Northeastern $207,538.62 in FY26 safety research funding, validating its public-policy research engine.

What critics are saying

  • March 2025 hiring slowdowns and conservative FY26 budgets signal ongoing cost pressure.
  • Loss of two USAID grants in 2025 cuts research revenue and weakens federally funded labs.
  • Trade-secret litigation and Stephen Stoute appeals distract leadership and can escalate legal costs in FY27.

What makes Northeastern unique

  • Northeastern fused Marymount Manhattan on July 9, 2026, adding a New York City degree-granting campus.
  • Its co-op model still dominates experiential learning, anchoring employer relationships across campuses.
  • The network spans Boston, Oakland, London, and New York, widening student mobility and recruiting reach.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Paid Vacation
  • Wellness Program
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan