Mass Posting - Senior Route Setter

Central Rock Gym

West Hartford, CT, United States
Base: $37,440 - $51,980 annually depending on expe...
On-site
Set routes up to 5.13a and boulders up to v8
Work safely at heights of 40+ feet
Use power tools like impact drivers and angle grinders
Central Rock Gym is looking for a Senior Route Setter to lead and maintain climbing routes and boulders, ensuring quality and safety while mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate should have over four years of professional experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to set challenging routes

Job Summary

  • Central Rock Gym is a community-powered climbing gym focused on building confidence and fostering a welcoming environment for climbers of all levels.
  • The Senior Route Setter plays a key role in ensuring route quality, safety, and consistency while mentoring other setters and supporting daily gym operations.
  • This role requires strong leadership, technical climbing route setting skills, and the ability to work safely at heights using various tools and equipment.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Central Rock Gym is looking for a Senior Route Setter to lead and maintain climbing routes and boulders, ensuring quality and safety while mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate should have over four years of professional experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to set challenging routes.

Salary

Base: $37,440 - $51,980 annually depending on experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Set routes up to 5.13a and boulders up to V8
  • Work safely at heights of 40+ feet
  • Use power tools like impact drivers and angle grinders
  • Maintain safe and efficient work zones
  • Lead and mentor route setting teams

Nice-to-have

  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Friendly and team-focused personality
  • Support competitions and special events
  • Flexible schedule including early mornings and weekends

Key Requirements

  • 4+ years professional route setting experience
  • PRS 2 and WAH 1 certifications required
  • USAC Level 2+ certification preferred
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
  • Flexible schedule with early mornings and weekends

Work Rights

Not specified

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