Mass Posting - Setter Support

Central Rock Gym; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Central Rock Gym in New York is looking for a Setter Support to assist with the preparation and cleanup of route setting zones. This role involves stripping walls, cleaning holds, and maintaining safe work areas, playing a key part in supporting the route setting team.

The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, have a flexible schedule, and be comfortable working on ladders and ropes. Central Rock Gym is a community-focused climbing gym offering a vibrant work environment.

Qualifications

• Flexible schedule with early morning and evening availability.
• Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Friendly, approachable, and energetic personality.
• Comfortable on ladders (up to 14 ft) and ropes (40+ ft).

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain safe work exclusion zones.
• Follow all CRG safety protocols.
• Strip assigned routes and boulders.
• Clean holds, organize hardware, and maintain tidy setting zones.
• Sort and store bolts, screws, and start tags.
• Assist with wall preparation and teardown as directed.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong work ethic

Friendly personality

Comfortable on ladders

Willingness to learn

Job description

Pay Range: 0 - 1 years of experience - $15 - $19/hr

1 - 2 years of experience - $19 - $22/hr

2+ years of experience - $22 - $25/hr

Locations: Riverside & Chelsea, NYC

About Central Rock Gym

Central Rock Gym isn’t just a climbing gym — it’s a community-powered space where confidence is built, limits are challenged, and everyone is welcome. From first-time climbers nervously tying in to seasoned athletes projecting hard routes, CRG is a place where people come to grow — physically, mentally, and socially.

Our gyms are vibrant, high-energy environments that combine world-class climbing with fitness, youth programs, and a strong sense of belonging. What truly sets us apart isn’t just the walls — it’s the people who create the experience every day.

Summary

The Setter Support role assists with the preparation and cleanup of route setting zones. They strip walls, clean holds, organize materials, and maintain safe and efficient work areas. This position plays a key role in supporting the route setting team’s daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain safe work exclusion zones
• Follow all CRG safety protocols
• Strip assigned routes and boulders
• Clean holds, organize hardware, and maintain tidy setting zones
• Sort and store bolts, screws, and start tags
• Assist with wall preparation and teardown as directed

Requirements

• Flexible schedule with early morning and evening availability
• Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Friendly, approachable, and energetic personality
• Comfortable on ladders (up to 14 ft) and ropes (40+ ft)