Assistant Route Setter: Flexible Schedule, Climbing Growth

Central Rock Gym; Hadley (MA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Central Rock Gym in Hadley, MA, seeks an Assistant Route Setter to support daily operations, including setting and maintaining climbing routes. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of climbing and route setting experience and the ability to work at heights, along with a friendly and energetic personality.

The role includes assisting with competition setup, conducting maintenance, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. A flexible schedule is needed, with morning and afternoon availability preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of climbing and route setting experience required.
• PRS 1, WAH 1, and USAC 1 certifications preferred.
• Comfortable working at heights of 40+ feet.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Climbing experience

Route setting experience

Use of power tools

Strong attention to detail

Tools

Impact drivers

Angle grinders

Job description

Central Rock Gym in Hadley, MA, seeks an Assistant Route Setter to support daily operations, including setting and maintaining climbing routes. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of climbing and route setting experience and the ability to work at heights, along with a friendly and energetic personality.

The role includes assisting with competition setup, conducting maintenance, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. A flexible schedule is needed, with morning and afternoon availability preferred.