Climbing Wall Setter

Montrose Recreation District • Montrose, CO

3d • $16 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for setting safe, engaging, and challenging climbing routes at MRD’s indoor climbing wall. The Routesetter supports route turnover goals, contributes to a positive climbing experience for patrons of all abilities, and works collaboratively with the Climbing Wall Leader to maintain a high-quality climbing program.

Requirements

• Minimum of one (1) year of climbing experience
• Previous routesetting experience required
• Experience working safely at height in a physically demanding environment
• Enthusiasm for learning, sharing knowledge, and climbing
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly variable environment
• Effectively communicates verbally and in writing
• Exhibits initiative, responsibility, and accountability
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
• Ability to build positive working relationships with diverse individuals
• Willingness to complete required risk management and routesetting training
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Ability to bend, twist, push, pull, reach, and work at height
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly and repeatedly
• Ability to perform strenuous physical labor for extended periods

Nice To Haves

• Lead climbing experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Climbing Wall Leader to meet route turnover and grade distribution goals
• Set engaging, fun, and safe climbing routes for a wide range of abilities
• Participate in forerunning and ongoing routesetting skill development
• Assist with routesetting-related tasks, including hold stripping, hold washing, and wall maintenance
• Follow and model best practices for risk management and working at height
• Receive and apply constructive feedback
• Act as a positive role model and demonstrate behaviors consistent with MRD’s mission
• Maintain a professional, courteous, and team-oriented attitude
• Communicate effectively with the Climbing Wall Leader and Climbing Wall Supervisor
• Complete additional duties as assigned

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed