JOIN OUR TEAM!

Five Points Washington opened in 2007 and is a self-sustaining, not-for-profit complex that uses fitness center user fees, rental revenue, and event admission sales to finance day-to-day operations. Our 144,900 square-foot facility includes a new outdoor patio event space, a 1,020-seat performing arts center, event/banquet/meeting rooms, a fitness center/gym and an aquatics center.

Positive and friendly work environment

Free fitness membership

Competitive wages

Flexible schedule

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Interested in joining the Five Points team?

Below you can find a complete list of our current openings. To apply, fill out this application, then submit it via email to Vikki Poorman, General Manager of Five Points at [email protected], or return the completed application to:


Five Points Washington
Vikki Poorman
360 N. Wilmor Road
Washington, IL 61571

Five Points Washington

Five Points Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates receive equal consideration. There is no question asked for the purpose of excluding any applicant due to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry or disability as outlined in State and Federal Laws or Executive Orders.

CURRENT OPENINGS

Aquatic Trainer

Join our team of Aquatic Trainers! Use your knowledge of exercise and translate that to the water to help our clients with 1 on 1 training to improve their health and physical fitness!

 

Experience

  • Education in exercise science or related field
  • Previous experience as a personal trainer or aquatic/fitness instructor preferred
  • Experience with special populations and all age groups and fitness levels

 

Job Duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Performing fitness assessments on clients and/or members and interpret results
  • Developing and assisting clients with exercise programs
  • Demonstrating appropriate and safe exercises
  • Attending staff training programs and/or meetings
  • Trainers will schedule directly with clients and maintain your own schedule
  • Trainers will check clients into the computer and monitor their packages
  • Communicate with clients regularly
  • Help promote our program and sell training packages

Benefits include:

  • Competitive wages
  • Flexible schedule
  • Continuing education reimbursement available
  • Free fitness membership for employees
  • Positive and friendly work environment
  • New and growing program with lots of opportunities!

 

Resumes can be email to Aquatics Coordinator, Rachele Mullen: [email protected] or call 309-444-8222 x24 for more information.

 

Certified Lifeguard

 

As a professional Lifeguard, we hold you to our high standards. Constant vigilance can result in lives saved, and negligence in lives lost. The following is required of all Lifeguards to ensure this vigilance:

  • All Lifeguards must be in the office and ready to work 5 minutes before their shift for CPR practice
  • 5 minute strategies are required for all guards and all rotations
    • This means changing your position every 5 minutes, between sitting, standing, and walking
      • This prevents zoning out and helps you be more alert
  • All guards must meet their monthly in-service requirements of 1 every other month
    • All guards must attend an all staff training every other month (this rotates with the in-services)
  • 30 minutes is our standard rotation time
  • Lifeguards receive more breaks than most jobs, due to the requirement for undivided concentration and attention while guarding
    • Although you can use the restroom, eat, and relax during your break, you are still on duty and are expected to perform whatever duties are necessary (checking chemicals, responding to emergencies, answering patron questions, cleaning)
    • You may not leave the building for these breaks
  • Enforcing all Five Points policies
  • Although interactions with patrons should be kept brief and directed to the Supervisor/Headguard or break guard to keep your focus on the swimmers, always use customer service when speaking to them
  • Lifeguards will be observed and tested frequently for effective scanning and proper emergency response
    • This may be done through observations, audits, or mock rescues
      • Audits and mock rescues should be treated as real life situations

Other Job Duties:

  • At times when we are slow, but cannot send anyone, we will make use of the time to clean
    • This may include, but is not limited to: putting away or straightening up chairs and equipment, sweeping the deck, guard room, or office, power washing the mats, deck, or pool grates, polishing the stainless steel, picking up an debris on the deck
  • The Open/Close form specifies all tasks that must be performed daily
    • Openers/Closers are responsible for all the duties listed
  • Availability is due on the 15th of every month
    • You are required to find a sub for any scheduled shift you can not work

Benefits include:

  • Receive a $100 sign-on bonus (after 90-days of employment)
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Discounted in-house re-certification
  • All employees receive a free fitness membership
  • Guaranteed work, regardless of the weather!

 

Send your resume to Aquatics Coordinator, Rachele Mullen: [email protected].

Availability

We are looking for multiple candidates who are available at the following times.

  • Part-time
    • Mornings
    • Evenings
      • Tuesdays & Sundays
  • Willing to work nights and weekends as needed

Qualifications

  • Must be 18 years of age
  • Previous custodial experience required

Benefits

  • Competitive wages
  • Free fitness membership for employees

Please submit your resume to Custodian Manager, Brenna Nau: [email protected].

 

We are currently seeking experienced bartenders to help with special events at Five Points Washington.

Qualification:

  • Weekend and evening hours
  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time
  • Have great customer service skills
  • Knowledge of how to mix drinks
  • Must be 21 years or older to apply
  • Prior bartending experience preferred

Interested candidates should email their resume to Banquet Manager, Paige Wise: [email protected].

Personal Trainer

The position of Personal Trainer will be responsible for training clients in the gym with the possibility of remote clients via a training app.

The Personal Trainer will be under the supervision of the Fitness Manager.

 

Summary of Essential Job Functions:

  • Willing to work a minimum of 20 hours per week, flexible schedule
  • Dual role of in-person and digital personal training (as needed)
  • Availability daytime during the week

Job Qualifications:

  • Certification through a reputable training certification company
  • Four-year Exercise Science or related degree preferred
  • Digital Personal Training a plus
  • Must have reliable internet access
  • Experience working with female clients

Job Benefits:

  • Competitive wages offered
  • Continuing education reimbursement
  • Bonus structure
  • Free Five Points membership

 

Please submit your application to Megan West, Fitness Manager: [email protected].

Special Events Attendant/ Set Up and Tear Down

 

Job Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Special Events Lead, the Event Attendant is responsible for overseeing and assisting with events and rentals. This position is generally a weekend/weeknight and as-needed position. The hours will vary depending on the needs and the event/rental.

 

Essential Job Functions:

  • Sets up and tears down rooms in accordance with the layout provided by the Special Events Lead/Manager or ensures room is set up properly with appropriate spacing between tables, chairs, etc.
  • Must be able to lift, push or pull objects up to 50 pounds using appropriate tools
  • Works alongside the Special Events Lead and aspects of the event/rental to assure compliance with the contract and event needs
  • Performs light janitorial duties such as:
    • Sweeping
    • Vacuuming
    • Garbage removal
    • Bathroom cleaning
    • Set up/tear down of tables and chairs
  • Works and completes tasks for all event staff to assure customer satisfaction
    • This will include, but is not limited to:
      • Event check-in
      • Restocking bar supplies
      • Working with caterers/DJ’s and other outside groups utilizing the facility to ensure all procedures and policies are followed, etc.
  • Other activities and duties as assigned by the Special Events Lead, bartenders, or other special events staff
  • Understands the policy and procedures of Five Points Washington and supplies great communication between supervisor, employees and guests
  • Will make every effort to provide an excellent event experience for guests
  • Loading in and setting up the banquet rooms
    • Banquet tables
    • Chairs
    • Dance floor
    • Any other items requested
  • Set-up is done during the day or evening hours before the event day
  • Unique position that provides a flexible work schedule
  • Tear-down is in the late evenings, after the event, or on weekends/in the morning, depending on the event

 

Experience, Skills and Education Requirements:

  • Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent)
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • 1-2 years event or customer service experience
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision and pay attention to details
  • Ability to provide leadership and work direction to all event staff and volunteer workers
  • Must demonstrate ability to coordinate, manage and perform job duties in a complete and organized manner
  • Ability to function in a busy environment with multiple distractions in a professional and positive manner
  • Requires excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Must demonstrate personal maturity in handling problems and resolving conflicts

 

Resumes can be sent to Banquet Manager, Paige Wise: paigew@fivepointswashington.org

Special Event Lead/Attendant

Job Description:
Summary of essential job functions under the supervision of the Special Events Lead. Event Attendants will be responsible for:

  • Assists all guests, vendors, and caterers with questions or requests throughout the evening to ensure a cohesive and positive experience for everyone
  • Responsible for the supervision of all on-site staff members when a manager is not present
  • Ensure that all areas are properly sanitized and general upkeep is met
    • This includes, but is not limited to: prep stations, table linens, spot vacuuming, disposing of all trash, coffee makers, tea makers, beverage dispensers, etc.
  • Follow all designated closing procedures to ensure that areas are secure
  • Assists the bartender with barback type duties
  • Consistent and effective communication with the banquet office regarding event progress, outcomes and overall experience
  • Performing any other job duties as assigned by the Special Events Lead

Qualifications:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Excellent customer service skills are required
  • Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently
  • Capacity to multitask with good time management skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Must be able to work independently, with little supervision
  • Ability to work irregular working hours
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, vendors and guests

Knowledge/Skill/Ability:

  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with representatives from various groups, vendors, co-workers and others
  • Maintain irregular and extended working hours
  • Able to lift, push, or pull objects up to 50 pounds using appropriate tools

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools and/or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear. The noise level in the work environment is moderate and at times may be high.

Interested candidates should email their resume to Banquet Manager, Paige Wise: [email protected].