Boulderfest Routesetter

Salt Lake Bouldering Project, LLCSalt Lake City, UT
$19 - $30Onsite

About The Position

Boulderfest is the Bouldering Project's yearly competition series and demands the highest tier of routesetting possible. This position is a temporary role to set for SLC's Boulderfest. The role will be 40 hours of work between the days 9/14 - 9/19.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of climbing experience
  • 2+ years of commercial setting experience
  • Ability to climb V6 in a variety of styles comfortably
  • Strong teamwork, communication, and feedback skills
  • Passion for climbing and building inclusive communities
  • Ability to move 50 lbs on soft flooring and work on ladders or at height

Nice To Haves

  • Experience setting circuits and/or for events
  • USAC Routesetting certification

Responsibilities

  • Set and forerun 3–6 boulder problems per setting day, depending on level and experience
  • Contribute to team forerunning and collaborative setting feedback sessions
  • Support wall maintenance in hold stripping and cleaning
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized setting space and tools
  • Execute tasks assigned by the Head Setter and maintain strong professional relationships with staff and team members
  • Interact with guests and positively represent Bouldering Project in the community
  • Uphold quality, safety, and inclusivity standards in all route design and execution
  • Participate in community engagement through events and interactions
  • Other duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Compensation is based on experience between the Pay Band of $19 - $30 Hourly.

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