Assistant Route Setter – Elevate Climbing Routes

Climbepic; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Rock Gym in Glastonbury and West Hartford, CT is seeking an Assistant Route Setter to support the Head Setter with daily operations, including setting, stripping, cleaning, and maintaining holds and walls. You will help ensure consistent, creative routes and boulders while contributing to competitions and facility upkeep.

The role requires 2+ years of climbing and route-setting experience, with PRS 1, WAH 1, and USAC 1 certifications preferred; must be comfortable at heights of 40+ feet

Qualifications

• 2+ years of climbing and route setting experience.
• PRS 1, WAH 1, and USAC 1 certifications preferred.
• Flexible schedule with availability in mornings and afternoons.
• Comfortable working at heights of 40+ ft and using ropes, ladders, and lifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting, stripping, cleaning, and organizing holds.
• Forerun and set routes up to 5.12 and boulders up to V6+.
• Maintain quality, consistency, and grading accuracy.
• Support the Head Setter with scheduling and workflow coordination.
• Assist with competition setup and execution.
• Conduct maintenance (fixing spinners, inspecting auto belays, etc.).
• Follow all safety protocols and use fall protection appropriately.
• Stay informed on climbing trends and techniques.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Climbing experience

Route setting

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Central Rock Gym in Glastonbury and West Hartford, CT is seeking an Assistant Route Setter to support the Head Setter with daily operations, including setting, stripping, cleaning, and maintaining holds and walls. You will help ensure consistent, creative routes and boulders while contributing to competitions and facility upkeep.

The role requires 2+ years of climbing and route-setting experience, with PRS 1, WAH 1, and USAC 1 certifications preferred; must be comfortable at heights of 40+ feet