Route Setter - Austin

Bouldering Project's mission is to foster meaningful human connection with the most inspiring and inclusive climbing, movement, and community spaces. We care deeply about humans. We're driven by the pursuit of better. We create joyful places and pathways for climbing, fitness, yoga, and social experiences that inspire people to challenge themselves and engage in a lifestyle centered around health, friendship, and purpose.

Route Setter

ABP's Setting Program seeks to provide varied and interesting climbing at all ability levels. Setters must demonstrate a high level of teamwork and willingness to learn. ABP's current setting schedule is Monday through Friday daily from 8 AM to 6 PM, spread across our Westgate and Springdale locations.

General Responsibilities and Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 4 years climbing experience

• At least 2 years of setting experience

• Ability to climb V6 in many styles comfortably Past setting experience preferred

• Team work, communication skills, and the ability to receive and implement feedback gracefully

• Passion for climbing and community

• Desire to continually work to improve own climbing and setting skills

DUTIES

• Reports to Head Setters Ability to set 4-6 boulder problems each setting day

• Participate in, and contribute to, team forerunning of all boulder problems

• Assist in wall maintenance tasks as they arise during the setting day

• Help maintain setting shop and equipment

• Assist team members as necessary

• Perform setting-related tasks as directed by Head Setters

• Maintain professional relationships with ABP staff

• Interact with customers and be a positive representative of ABP in the community

• Occasionally work additional hours (may include nights and weekends) for special, setting-related events

• Other duties as assigned

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Setting wages DOE

• Scheduled for 3-4 setting days per week (In general, 8am - 6pm)Additional hours in other departments may be available upon request.

• Medical insurance for full-time ABP employees (30 Hours)

• Setter Wellness Program

• Industry discounts available for select companies and products

• All ABP employees receive a free membership at ABP for themselves and a significant other

• Discount on ABP pro-shop products

WORKING CONDITIONS

Many duties require the availability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs and events, including possible evenings and weekends. Duties often occur before and after regular business hours.

Bouldering Project strives to embody equal opportunity in our workplaces. We believe that different perspectives and identities strengthen our communities and unlock our potential.