Routesetting Support in Gilbert, Arizona at Alta Climbing Gym

Job Title: Routesetting Support

Reports to: Head Routesetter

Location: Alta Climbing and Fitness - Gilbert / Chandler

Alta is looking for an enthusiastic person to join our Routesetting Support Team. This is a Part-Time position consisting of stripping rope routes and forerunning. The ideal candidate is passionate in what they do and can provide Routesetting support while working for a fast-growing company. At Alta we are down to earth, fun, family-oriented people who Always Live The Adventure, and want to help others live it too!

What You’ll Do:

• Work closely with the Routesetting team to forerun and make changes to ensure that all climbs meet Alta quality and safety standards;
• Maintain a clean and organized professional work environment throughout the day;
• Follow workplace safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment and fall protection at all times;
• Strip, wash and organize holds. Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the Setting Closet and Hold Washing Shower;
• Perform general maintenance including but not limited to routine inspections of gear, equipment, hardware, quickdraws, anchors, and auto belays;
• Strip additional days for competitions and special events. Be willing to work overtime when necessary;
• Be able to commute between gyms;
• Be a positive role model for the community. Engage with members and pass along your passion and knowledge of climbing;
• Take initiative to help the team progress to our shared purpose – We climb higher by lifting others.

Who You Are:

• Attitude - Maintain a positive one;
• Live by example – always show integrity; keep yourself and others accountable;
• Together we can climb higher – Lift those around you;
• Active, healthy, and happy lifestyle;
• Have a passion for Routesetting;
• Solve problems and think fast on your feet; take initiative without prompting;
• Work well in both an individual and a collaborative environment; willing to work wherever you are needed;
• Communicate effectively, be able to give and receive constructive criticism, be willing to change;
• Be comfortable working at height using ladders, ropes, or a lift;
• Creative, Empathic, Curious, Attention to Detail, Strong Work Ethic, Adaptable, Coachable.

Experience You Bring:

• Ability to forerun
• Be able to lift heavy loads of 50 pounds or more and complete strenuous physical labor;
• Have a strong understanding of climbing movement and technique.

Your Time Commitment:

• 10-15 hours per week;
• Attend monthly staff meetings;
• Participate in regularly scheduled reviews

Perks of Being part of the Alta Family:

• Free membership, free monthly Buddy Pass
• 25% discounts on retail and gear;
• Staff climb nights and events;
• Growth opportunities are available to any staff member that is committed to the team and has a desire to succeed.

Employee Conduct:

Alta employees are responsible for following rules of conduct based on honesty, good taste, fair play, courtesy, safety, and professionalism when interacting with co-workers, customers, and vendors.

The Route Setter Support is a “safety sensitive” position and requires the employee to be drug free. Pre-employment drug tests will be performed for all employees. Violations will result in non-compensated suspension or dismissal.