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Planet Fitness

Front Desk Associate

Clifton Park, NY · On-site

$16/hr

The Front Desk Associate is a highly friendly and courteous individual who consistently delivers first-rate service and fosters positive customer satisfaction and loyalty while promoting Ignite ...

Planet Fitness

Front Desk Associate

Albany, NY

$16/hr

The Front Desk Associate is a highly friendly and courteous individual who consistently delivers first-rate service and fosters positive customer satisfaction and loyalty while promoting Ignite ...

Planet Fitness

Front Desk Associate

Loudonville, NY · On-site

$16/hr

The Front Desk Associate is a highly friendly and courteous individual who consistently delivers first-rate service and fosters positive customer satisfaction and loyalty while promoting Ignite ...

Planet Fitness

Front Desk Associate

Amsterdam, NY · On-site

$16/hr

The Front Desk Associate is a highly friendly and courteous individual who consistently delivers first-rate service and fosters positive customer satisfaction and loyalty while promoting Ignite ...

Planet Fitness

Front Desk Associate

Glenville, NY · On-site

$16/hr

The Front Desk Associate is a highly friendly and courteous individual who consistently delivers first-rate service and fosters positive customer satisfaction and loyalty while promoting Ignite ...

Planet Fitness

Front Desk Associate

Albany, NY · On-site

$16/hr

The Front Desk Associate is a highly friendly and courteous individual who consistently delivers first-rate service and fosters positive customer satisfaction and loyalty while promoting Ignite ...

Planet Fitness

Front Desk Associate

Troy, NY · On-site

$16/hr

The Front Desk Associate is a highly friendly and courteous individual who consistently delivers first-rate service and fosters positive customer satisfaction and loyalty while promoting Ignite ...

Unioncollege

Service Desk Analyst

Schenectady, NY · On-site

$60K - $62K/yr

Service Desk Analyst Pay Status and Classification: Exempt, Regular full-time, In-Person. This ... Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an Associate's degree combined with relevant professional ...

Union College

Service Desk Analyst

Schenectady, NY · On-site

$60K - $62K/yr

Service Desk Analyst Pay Status and Classification: Exempt, Regular full-time, In-Person. This ... Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an Associate's degree combined with relevant professional ...

Ellis Medicine

Service Desk Technician II

Schenectady, NY · On-site

$20.21 - $29.31/hr

... Service Desk service by providing users with a single point of contact to report Incidents, work ... Associates degree in business, management information systems or related field required. OR * One ...

BEST FITNESS

FRONT DESK ASSOCIATE

Albany, NY

$15.50 - $17/hr

As a Part-time Front Desk Associate, you'll be the face of Best Fitness, delivering top-notch customer service and creating unforgettable experiences for our members. From welcoming them with a smile ...

BEST FITNESS

FRONT DESK ASSOCIATE

Albany, NY · On-site

$15.50 - $16.50/hr

As a Part-time Front Desk Associate, you'll be the face of Best Fitness, delivering top-notch customer service and creating unforgettable experiences for our members. From welcoming them with a smile ...

BEST FITNESS

FRONT DESK ASSOCIATE

Schenectady, NY · On-site

$15.50 - $16.50/hr

As a Part-time Front Desk Associate, you'll be the face of Best Fitness, delivering top-notch customer service and creating unforgettable experiences for our members. From welcoming them with a smile ...

Staybridge Suites Albany

Front Desk Associate

Albany, NY · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Employee Referral Program - up to $225.00 per referral As a Front Desk Associate you will be ... Maintain a high level of service and hospitality * Promptly and effectively deal with guest ...

Staybridge Suites Albany

Front Desk Associate

Albany, NY · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Employee Referral Program - up to $225.00 per referral As a Front Desk Associate you will be ... Maintain a high level of service and hospitality * Promptly and effectively deal with guest ...

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How much do service desk associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for service desk associate in Schenectady, NY is $19.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.18 and $23.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a service desk associate?

Service Desk Associates are frontline support professionals who assist customers or employees with technical issues, service requests, and general inquiries. They typically work in retail, IT, or customer service environments, providing solutions to problems, guiding users through troubleshooting steps, and escalating complex issues to higher-level support when necessary. Their role is crucial in ensuring smooth operations, maintaining customer satisfaction, and improving overall service quality. Service Desk Associates often use ticketing systems to track and resolve requests efficiently.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a service desk associate?

To thrive as a Service Desk Associate, you need strong problem-solving abilities, customer service skills, and a basic understanding of IT concepts, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with ticketing systems like ServiceNow or Zendesk, and basic knowledge of operating systems and remote support tools, are commonly required. Excellent communication, patience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are standout soft skills in this role. These skills are crucial for efficiently resolving user issues, maintaining high customer satisfaction, and ensuring smooth IT operations.

What challenges do service desk associates face, and how can they manage them?

Service Desk Associates often encounter challenges such as handling high volumes of support requests, managing difficult customer interactions, and troubleshooting a wide range of technical issues. To manage these challenges effectively, it's important to prioritize tasks, communicate clearly with customers, and use available resources such as knowledge bases or escalation procedures. Building strong problem-solving skills and maintaining patience under pressure are also crucial to success in this role.

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Front Desk Associate

Planet Fitness

Saratoga Springs, NY • On-site

$16/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Planet Fitness rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 603 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

46th of 63 rated gym and leisure clubs

Job description

Front Desk Associate 

Planet Fitness, a private equity backed fitness retailer, is seeking candidates for the role of Front Desk Associates. The Front Desk Associate is a highly friendly and courteous individual who consistently delivers first-rate service and fosters positive customer satisfaction and loyalty while promoting Ignite Fitness Holdings-Planet Fitness Mission, Vision and Values. The Front Desk Associate must be adept at balancing multiple tasks with a friendly, courteous demeanor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Welcome and exit members in a confident, professional, and friendly manner with hellos and goodbyes.
  • Anticipate member's needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all members
  • Provide gracious and efficient telephone service. Calls should be answered promptly and knowledgeably, always ensuring complete and accurate information.
  • Utilize strong communication and problem-solving skills to effectively resolve customer concerns, ensuring a pleasant experience.
  • Ability to maintain the cleanliness of the club for up to 50% of the shift.
  • Deliver prompt, efficient customer service while maintaining a high level of accuracy in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • Hands-on experience in accepting payments from customers and give change and receipts.
  • Drive revenue by communicating and demonstrating benefits of products and special promotions to customers.
  • Proven ability to answer customers' questions and give information regarding the business procedures and policies in an exact and customer-friendly way

Minimum Skills

  • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities
  • Solid work ethic with strong decision-making, problem resolution skills
  • Self-starter who takes initiative with minimal direction and supervision
  • Comfortable working a flexible rotating schedule
  • Superior customer service skills, preferably in the fitness industry.
  • Hard working, enthusiastic and energetic!
  • Physical Requirements: Ability to talk and hear, sit, stand, and use their hands and fingers to handle or feel. Required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and move objects up to 75 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

  • 18 years old or older
  • A High School Diploma or Equivalent required
  • Six months face to face customer service experience in a retail environment required or 1-year Fitness experience preferred.

Hours (Initial training hours may vary as well as when the needs of the facility change)

  • Discuss your availability with the Hiring Manager and/or notate it on your application.
  • Weekday and/or Weekend Hours based on club needs.
  • Open or Flexible availability is a plus.

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Friday: 11:00am - 7:00pm   //  1:00pm - 9:00pm

Saturday: 11:00am - 7:00pm 

Sunday: 11:00am - 7:00pm 

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary & 401K plan
  • Company contribution towards health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, STD and Illness (Applicable for Full Time Positions)
  • Paid Time Off benefits (Applicable for Full Time Positions)
  • Free Black Card membership and fun exercise incentives


Planet Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Founded in 1992 in Dover, NH, Planet Fitness is one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States by number of members and locations. As of March 31, 2022, Planet Fitness had more than 16.2 million members and 2,291 stores in 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Canada, Panama, Mexico and Australia. The Company's mission is to enhance people's lives by providing a high-quality fitness experience in a welcoming, non-intimidating environment, which we call the Judgement Free Zone®. More than 90% of Planet Fitness stores are owned and operated by independent business men and women. At Planet Fitness, our mission has always been to enhance peoples lives by providing a high-quality fitness experience in a welcoming, judgement free environment. We are proud to be one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States with over 2,000 clubs and growing!

Industry

Health and personal care stores, amusement, gambling, and recreation and fitness and sports centers

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Hampton, NH, US

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