Mass Posting - Apprentice Route Setter

Central Rock Gym; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Rock Gym in Buffalo, NY is looking for an Apprentice Route Setter. In this role, you will assist the Head and Assistant Setters with the route setting process and gain foundational skills required for a professional setting role.

Your responsibilities include setting and cleaning holds, working at heights, and supporting safety procedures. Ideal candidates will have climbing experience and be eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of climbing experience preferred.
• Comfortable working at heights of 40+ feet.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting, stripping, cleaning, and organizing holds.
• Forerun and set routes up to 5.12 and boulders up to V6+.
• Adhere to all safety procedures.

Skills

Climbing experience

Attention to detail

Ability to work at heights

Job description

Summary

The Apprentice Route Setter assists the Head and Assistant Setters in all aspects of the route setting process. This position is designed as a hands‑on learning opportunity to develop the foundational skills required for a professional setting role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting, stripping, cleaning, and organizing holds
• Follow the explicit direction of the Head Setter
• Forerun and set routes up to 5.12 and boulders up to V6+
• Assist with maintenance tasks (fixing spinners, inspecting auto belays, tagging routes, etc.)
• Support competition setup and teardown
• Adhere to all safety procedures and use protective equipment appropriately
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Flexible schedule with early morning and afternoon availability
• 2+ years of climbing experience preferred
• Comfortable working at heights of 40+ feet and on ropes, ladders, and lifts
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn
• Self‑motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively