Assistant Route Setter: Climbing Wall Designer & Maintainer

Central Rock Gym; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 33,062; Part time

Job summary

Central Rock Gym in Buffalo, NY, is looking for an Assistant Route Setter to support daily operations, including setting and maintaining climbing holds. This role requires a flexible schedule and 2+ years of climbing experience.

The ideal candidate will have a friendly personality, be comfortable working at heights, and possess skills in using power tools.

Join us to help create a safe and creative climbing experience in our community-driven space!

Qualifications

• Flexible schedule with early morning and afternoon availability.
• 2+ years of climbing and route setting experience required.
• Certifications PRS 1, WAH 1, and USAC 1 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting, stripping, cleaning, and organizing holds.
• Forerun and set routes up to 5.12 and boulders up to V6+.
• Support the Head Setter with scheduling and workflow coordination.

Skills

Climbing and route setting experience

Maintaining quality and consistency

Using power tools

Safety protocols adherence

Tools

Impact drivers

Angle grinders

Job description

Central Rock Gym in Buffalo, NY, is looking for an Assistant Route Setter to support daily operations, including setting and maintaining climbing holds. This role requires a flexible schedule and 2+ years of climbing experience.

The ideal candidate will have a friendly personality, be comfortable working at heights, and possess skills in using power tools.

Join us to help create a safe and creative climbing experience in our community-driven space!