Strength & Conditioning Coach (Sept 2025)

All interested applicants should submit both their cover letter and resume.

About Us

Saltus Performance is a thriving & growing strength & conditioning business in Vancouver, BC. We operate primarily out of a prestigious private school, while also working with private clients at a nearby gym. Our main facility features a well-equipped weight room, a full suite of cutting-edge VALD performance testing technology, and access to a large outdoor training space & track, providing an elite environment for athlete development and performance training.

At Saltus, our vision is to empower and educate your performance journey, unleashing your potential and redefining your success story. Our role is to cultivate physical literacy and inspire you to elevate your mindset and achieve your goals. Whether you’re an aspiring athlete or pursuing a performance-driven life in other avenues, our science-driven training methods help you stay injury-free while striving for greatness. From our elite-level trainers, to our athletes, to anyone who walks through our doors, our culture of discipline, excellence, and hard work is the heartbeat of Saltus. It’s the guiding force that propels our community towards success while ensuring the journey is as enjoyable as the outcome. Join the Saltus community where everyone can unleash their potential and redefine what their body and mind are truly capable of achieving.

We are seeking a dedicated and driven coach to join our team of fitness professionals in a full-time role. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping others, aligned with our core values, and eager to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment. This role is well-suited for someone who thrives in a high-visibility coaching position, values being part of a strong community of members and staff, and is motivated to contribute to the success of a fast-growing company with big ambitions.

Our culture is based on core values which drive our ‘why’:

1. Integrity First
We do what’s right, even when it’s not the easiest. From how we train clients to how we treat our team, every decision is grounded in honesty, fairness, and trust.

2. Growth Is the Goal
We’re lifelong learners and innovators. Coaches and clients alike. Through education, curiosity, and evidence-based practice, we constantly evolve to help you unlock your next level.

3. High Standards, Real Results
We deliver science-driven training, expert coaching, and a high-performance environment that gets results, whether you're chasing athletic excellence or personal growth.

4. Culture of Excellence
Our culture is defined by discipline, accountability, and relentless effort. But it’s also fun, welcoming, and deeply motivating. Everyone here pushes themselves, and each other, to be better.

5. Client-Centered Coaching
We meet you where you're at. Every program is tailored, every cue intentional, and every win celebrated. No egos, no cookie-cutter programs, just training that works for you.

6. Mindset Matters
We believe in building more than muscle. Saltus is a space where confidence, resilience, mindfulness, and discipline are trained alongside physical performance.

7. Community Over Competition
We foster a team-first mentality. Whether you're a coach or a client, you're part of something bigger, a community that supports, challenges, and celebrates one another.

About This Opportunity

You should be someone who is a self-starter, is a motivator, and cares about building a great community and culture within our business. We are a small team and this person must exemplify the core values of our culture through their daily work. They should have a “roll up their sleeves” mentality, taking an ownership mindset when in the gym and priding themselves on their work. You are also someone who seeks out opportunities for growth and continuous improvement.

This role reports to our Head Strength & Conditioning Coach and Director of Performance, plays a central part in delivering high-quality training experiences for our members. The position is focused on coaching excellence, supporting program design, and contributing to the overall success of our performance environment. This person thrives on the training floor—leading sessions with energy, clarity, and professionalism—while also taking ownership of key responsibilities behind the scenes. They should be committed to ongoing growth as a coach, eager to learn, and proactive in building strong relationships with clients and teammates. As an integral member of our coaching staff, they help ensure training standards are upheld, members feel supported, and the gym community continues to grow and thrive.

This is a full-time, salaried coaching position with opportunities to earn additional income through sales bonuses. You will be provided clear transparency on your growth potential within the organization, with the ability to take on increased responsibilities over time and a defined path for advancement.

Essential Roles & Responsibilities

You will bring an ownership mindset every day and a desire to contribute to the growth of our business and our community.

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

- Lead & assistant coach in a small group, private, and team setting
- Assists with client programming
- Participates in program design meetings with staff
- Conducts new & current member assessments
- Participates in continuing education meetings with staff
- Assists with the creation of social media educational content
- Assists & leads training sessions with adults and youth
- Sales and membership for prospects
- Communicates points of view and updates internally among the team
- Helping to maintain a clean and inviting environment in the gym for members
- Participates in community events – gym outings, workshops, and more

Values Alignment – You Must Believe That:

Our core values matter and drive how we operate and conduct ourselves every day

Learning is a lifelong pursuit – must be a personal and professional development junkie

Want to make a significant impact on this industry

People matter – developing career paths is critical to our mission

Skills & Qualifications

Required Skills

- At least 1 year in coaching and training
- Experience using speed timing gates, force plates, velocity based training, and other testing technology is preferred
- Has a “start-up” & “growth” mindset and is comfortable with ambiguity and eager to develop new processes and ways of working
- Is an excellent problem solver and is comfortable working in fast-paced environments
- Has excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers in a timely manner
- Maintains a positive attitude and provides exemplary customer service
- Skilled with a variety of office technology – Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), Adobe Acrobat PDF etc.
- Provides the highest level of professionalism. Is punctual, resourceful, independent, detail-oriented, and prioritizes accuracy
- Accountability: reliability and personal responsibility. Honors commitments, takes ownership of work and promptly corrects mistakes to the greatest extent possible; meets deadlines and continuously communicates
- Confidentiality: shares information appropriately while adhering to privacy rules and confidentiality concerns
- Interpersonal Relationships: provides communication follow through, shares expertise in a constructive way, contributes to a positive workplace culture

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Kinesiology or related field (applicants without will still be considered)
- Up-to-date CPT certification (NSCA-CSCS or equivalent) with at least 3 years of experience working with fitness clients
- Up-to-date CPR/AED certification
- Flexible work schedule (evenings, weekends, and early mornings required)
- Comfortable working independently
- Able to obtain a valid criminal record/vulnerable sector check

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in a sales role (ideally in a fitness environment)

Compensation

- Base salary: $39,000 – $47,000/year for a 30-hour work week (equivalent to $25 – $30.20/hour)
- Additional hourly coaching pay: $35 – $45/hour (rate commensurate with experience)
- Sales bonuses and performance incentives available

Total earning potential: $57,200 – $70,000/year assuming a 40-hour work week (not including bonuses)

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays: We offer 3 weeks of PTO to use each calendar year in addition to 11 paid holidays

Performance & Profit Sharing Bonuses: Saltus offers a structured, sales- and revenue-based bonus program tied to individual contribution and client retention. In addition, bi-annual profit-sharing opportunities may be available to recognize exceptional team impact and support of business growth.

Complimentary Gym Membership at Saltus Performance

#J-18808-Ljbffr