Part Time Route Setter

Follow setting schedule and set to our standard
Proper and continuous communication with Head Routesetter and Setting Team
Keep updated personal route log
Route tags/tape upkeep
Perform safety inspections of routes to identify fall hazards, rope drag concerns, etc.
Rope and hardware management skills
Maintain setting gear and equipment
Hold cleaning and storage/setting room organization and cleanliness
Assisting with wall maintenance (spinners, t-nuts, etc)
Assist Head Setter with competitions and special events (3-4 times per year)
Assist in implementing and enforcing facility Rules
Forerun all routes and witness member/user sends
Be polite and responsive to customer feedback
Further improve setting program
Work with head setter and team coaches for youth climbing team-specific setting

USAC Certification Level 1 preferred, but not required
Youth competitive setting experience preferred
At least 1-2 years of setting experience
Ability to forerun to V7 and 5.13 (not the ability to send that grade but assess the movement and quality)
Physical ability to perform setting and hold stripping work while using ropes and ladders for long periods of time
Knowledge of solo belay techniques and use of ascenders
Must have the ability to seek, accept, and give constructive feedback in a professional manner
Ability to lift and carry heavy containers (>50lbs)

30 hours per week
8:00am-2:30pm Monday - Friday
Set 10-12 routes or an equivalent number of boulder problems per week
Availability to work Sunday nights as needed
Must be dependable and punctual
Must display professionalism and integrity
Availability to work special events, clinics and competitions both at home facility and other facilities

Compensation commensurate with experience
Free membership to the Midwest's premier climbing facilities for you and your immediate family

To apply, fill out our general employment application.