Lead Routesetter & Team Leader — Climbing Gym

Climbing Business Journal; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 34,440 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Gym membership for you

Industry pro-deals

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Commons Climbing Gym is seeking a Head Routesetter in Boise, Idaho. You will oversee all routesetting operations, lead a diverse crew, and define the gym's climbing culture while ensuring safety and quality across beginner to advanced routes.

Responsibilities include staff management, wall maintenance, budgeting, event coordination, and strong collaboration with coaches to support training programs. Flexible hours and a dynamic gym environment offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years route setting experience; head route setter preferred.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Proven commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all route setting operations to ensure high-quality, safe climbs.
• Lead and develop routesetting staff, including contractors and employees.
• Coordinate wall maintenance, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Plan and execute competitions and events with appropriate route distribution.
• Communicate with coaches and instructors to align setting with programs.

Skills

Climbing experience

Routesetting experience

Management experience

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

USA Climbing Route Setting Level 2+ Certification

Head routesetter (preferred)

Tools

Kaya (Plastick)

Job description

The Commons Climbing Gym is seeking a Head Routesetter in Boise, Idaho. You will oversee all routesetting operations, lead a diverse crew, and define the gym's climbing culture while ensuring safety and quality across beginner to advanced routes.

Responsibilities include staff management, wall maintenance, budgeting, event coordination, and strong collaboration with coaches to support training programs. Flexible hours and a dynamic gym environment offered.