Routesetter - Greater San Francisco Bay Area

Touchstone Climbing•Berkeley, CA

3d•$23 - $30

About The Position

Touchstone is seeking routesetters with at least two years of full-time experience or equivalent to join its team. Routesetters work at various gyms throughout California, collaborating to create creative and engaging climbing routes and boulder problems across different styles while prioritizing safety and accessibility. The role suits adaptable, self-motivated team players who can work efficiently both independently and collaboratively. Touchstone encourages applications from BIPOC and LGBTQ+ candidates and seeks staff who reflect the communities it serves. The role sets and maintains a rotation of climbing routes and boulder problems ranging from beginner to expert difficulty, in accordance with Touchstone Climbing’s setting philosophy and standards. Bay Area routesetters are regularly scheduled to work at the six gyms in the region, including locations such as San Francisco, Redwood City, Oakland, Berkeley, and Concord. The position is full-time, with pay of $23–$30 per hour. Individual compensation depends on factors including facility location and type, membership volume, experience, and tenure. Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance; a medical Flexible Spending Account; access to mental health services; a 401(k) plan with an employer match available; vacation and sick leave; gym membership and guest passes; gear discounts and industry pro deals; and a flexible work schedule.

Requirements

At least two years of full-time routesetting experience or equivalent.
Cleanly on-sight a minimum of 5.12- on lead and lead belay.
Be very competent with routesetting tools such as impact drivers and bits, ratchets, wrenches, angle grinders, reciprocating saws, pressure washers, bolts, and screws.
Be comfortable using climbing equipment such as a Gri-gri, RIG, ascenders, micro traxion, and carabiners.
Be self-directed, self-motivated, and efficient.
Be courteous, professional, and receptive to constructive criticism.
Be safety-conscious at all times.
Have good communication skills.
Have a passion for routesetting and climbing.
Be reliable and hardworking, with attention to detail.
Be able to work at multiple locations in the region.
Be comfortable working at heights up to 60 feet, on ladders, in a harness, or from a rope.
Safely lift 40 pounds without assistance.
Be able to haul up to 50 pounds of setting tools and equipment in a haul bag while setting routes.
Be able to lift large, awkward holds and volumes.
Be able to work in tight or enclosed spaces, at heights, and in varying temperatures as needed.
Be able to bend, sit, kneel, lie horizontally, climb, walk, grasp, and perform other physical activities required by the job.
Attend to physical well-being by stretching, working opposing muscle groups, and communicating when physically overworked, strained, or injured so daily duties can be modified.

Nice To Haves

Comfort climbing more difficult grade levels.

Responsibilities

Arrive on time and ready to work with all necessary equipment.
Assess daily routesetting needs.
Set up the work-area perimeter and short-fix anchors.
Stage routesetting equipment and tools in the work area, including ladders, ropes, aid bolts, and bins.
Strip holds from walls and hang additional working lines.
Maintain a clean work area.
Wash, sort, and store unused holds; sort, store, and maintain bolts and screws; and identify broken holds, bad screws, and bolts.
Set, forerun, and modify climbs to suit their grade, accessibility, and assignment.
Work cooperatively with crew members and gym staff and contribute equally to the day's tasks.
Work efficiently while adhering to Touchstone's safety standards.
Store setting gear and equipment and clean work areas before leaving the gym.
Work regularly at Touchstone's six gyms in the Bay Area region.

Benefits

Health insurance, including a choice of two Kaiser Permanente plans.
Dental insurance.
Vision plan.
Medical Flexible Spending Account with pre-tax contributions.
Access to Modern Health and Calm mental health services.
401(k) retirement plan with employer match available.
Paid vacation and sick leave.
Free membership at all Touchstone facilities for the employee and a +1 membership for a partner, family member, or friend.
Unlimited guest passes for non-member gym entry when accompanied by the employee.
Gear discounts at Touchstone gyms and industry pro deals.
Flexible work schedule.