Title: Setter Support

Reports to: Head Route Setter

Pay Range: 0 - 1 years of experience - $15 - $19/hr

1 - 2 years of experience - $19 - $22/hr

2+ years of expereience - $22 - $25/hr

Locations: Riverside & Chelsea, NYC

Please Note: We are always excited to connect with talented individuals interested in joining our team. While we may not currently have an immediate opening for this specific role at this location, we are actively building a pipeline of qualified candidates for upcoming opportunities. Applicants may be considered for future openings as business needs evolve.

About Central Rock Gym

Central Rock Gym isn’t just a climbing gym — it’s a community-powered space where confidence is built, limits are challenged, and everyone is welcome. From first-time climbers nervously tying in to seasoned athletes projecting hard routes, CRG is a place where people come to grow — physically, mentally, and socially.

Our gyms are vibrant, high-energy environments that combine world-class climbing with fitness, youth programs, and a strong sense of belonging. What truly sets us apart isn’t just the walls — it’s the people who create the experience every day.

Summary

The Setter Support role assists with the preparation and cleanup of route setting zones. They strip walls, clean holds, organize materials, and maintain safe and efficient work areas. This position plays a key role in supporting the route setting team’s daily operations.

• Set up and maintain safe work exclusion zones
• Follow all CRG safety protocols
• Strip assigned routes and boulders
• Clean holds, organize hardware, and maintain tidy setting zones
• Sort and store bolts, screws, and start tags
• Assist with wall preparation and teardown as directed

Requirements

• Flexible schedule with early morning and evening availability
• Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Friendly, approachable, and energetic personality
• Comfortable on ladders (up to 14 ft) and ropes (40+ ft)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs