Specialist, Wall Maintenance in Austin, Texas at The Austin Bouldering Project, LLC

Austin Bouldering Project

Job Description: WALL MAINTENANCE

Hours: Vary, Non-Exempt

Reports to: Head Setter

Compensation: Hourly

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.

Wall Maintenance

The Wall Maintenance Lead is responsible for the oversight and direction of the Wall Maintenance Crew at the Austin Bouldering Project. Individuals in this position will regularly work the 3 Wall Maintenance stripping shifts, occasional shifts in preparation for events, and additional day-time hours as decided by the Head Setter. They are responsible for maintaining the quality of all Wall Maintenance work, as laid out in communicated expectations and working with Wall Maintenance Specialists to ensure they are trained properly and following all expectations laid out for their position. The Wall Maintenance Lead is also responsible for maintaining the Setting Shop and maintaining the inventory of setting and wall maintenance supplies.

General Responsibilities

SUPERVISION OF WALL MAINTENANCE CREW

• Ensure all Wall Maintenance Crew members arrive and leave on time for their scheduled shifts
• Enforce Wall Maintenance and ABP Employee Expectations
• Maintain a safe working environment and enforce ABP safety standards
• Train Wall Maintenance employees
• Ensure the quality of work meets communicated expectations, and that all work procedures are properly followed
• Communicate any behavioral or professional problems to the Head Setter
• Work with the Head Setter to ensure sufficient staffing for the planned work
• Distribute workloads appropriately, accounting for training, experience and aptitude
• Think critically about working practices, and make suggestions for improvements
• Maintain an open line of communication with the Head Setter about the state of the Wall Maintenance Program

MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF EQUIPMENT AND WORK AREAS

• Maintain in good repair all Setting and Wall Maintenance equipment
• Keep an inventory of all necessary supplies, and work with Head Setter to order missing items
• Manage a Boulder Problem Refreshing Schedule, and work with the Setters to update it
• Repair volumes as needed
• Repair climbing walls as needed
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the Setting and Volume Shops

WORKING CONDITIONS

Wall Maintenance Lead works with the Wall Maintenance Crew during operating hours. Shifts are scheduled 3 times per week, usually beginning at 7 am and working until the job is complete to communicated standards. Occasional special events may require additional shifts during evening hours. Day-time shifts will be assigned to the Lead as needed.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

• All ABP employees receive a free membership at ABP for themselves and a significant other
• Discount on ABP pro-shop products
• Industry discounts available for select companies and products
• Health Insurance available for full-time employees (defined at 32+ hours/week)

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.

HIRING PROCESS

Please email cover letter and resume to _______________ Application window will close, _________________ Applicants can expect an in-person and/or phone interview with the General Manager the following week. If we have a high volume of applicants, the interview process could extend to two weeks. Thank you.

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

General Responsibilities

SUPERVISION OF WALL MAINTENANCE CREW

• Ensure all Wall Maintenance Crew members arrive and leave on time for their scheduled shifts
• Enforce Wall Maintenance and ABP Employee Expectations
• Maintain a safe working environment and enforce ABP safety standards
• Train Wall Maintenance employees
• Ensure the quality of work meets communicated expectations, and that all work procedures are properly followed
• Communicate any behavioral or professional problems to the Head Setter
• Work with the Head Setter to ensure sufficient staffing for the planned work
• Distribute workloads appropriately, accounting for training, experience and aptitude
• Think critically about working practices, and make suggestions for improvements
• Maintain an open line of communication with the Head Setter about the state of the Wall Maintenance Program

MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF EQUIPMENT AND WORK AREAS

• Maintain in good repair all Setting and Wall Maintenance equipment
• Keep an inventory of all necessary supplies, and work with Head Setter to order missing items
• Manage a Boulder Problem Refreshing Schedule, and work with the Setters to update it
• Repair volumes as needed
• Repair climbing walls as needed
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the Setting and Volume Shops

WORKING CONDITIONS

Wall Maintenance Lead works with the Wall Maintenance Crew during operating hours. Shifts are scheduled 3 times per week, usually beginning at 7 am and working until the job is complete to communicated standards. Occasional special events may require additional shifts during evening hours. Day-time shifts will be assigned to the Lead as needed.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

• All ABP employees receive a free membership at ABP for themselves and a significant other
• Discount on ABP pro-shop products
• Industry discounts available for select companies and products
• Health Insurance available for full-time employees (defined at 32+ hours/week)

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.

HIRING PROCESS

Please email cover letter and resume to _______________ Application window will close, _________________ Applicants can expect an in-person and/or phone interview with the General Manager the following week. If we have a high volume of applicants, the interview process could extend to two weeks. Thank you.

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