Senior Setter

About Momentum Indoor Climbing Momentum Indoor Climbing is a community-driven indoor climbing company with locations across Utah, Texas, and Washington. Founded in Utah, Momentum inspires and empowers people through climbing, fitness, and connection. Our gyms bring together people of all backgrounds and experience levels to challenge themselves, build friendships, and grow in a supportive environment. With world-class route setting, expert instruction, and a strong focus on community, Momentum is dedicated to helping every climber reach their full potential. Senior Route Setter At Momentum Indoor Climbing, the Senior Route Setter position recognizes the advanced skills and experience of our most dedicated setters. This role acknowledges the individual's expertise while maintaining the core responsibilities of a route setter. As a Senior Route Setter, you will continue to contribute to Momentum’s setting program and assist in fostering a positive route setting culture. You may also be entrusted with leading the routesetting crew when the Regional Head Route Setter is unavailable. Roles And Responsibilities Set high-quality commercial routes and boulder problems across a range of styles and difficulties. Give and receive constructive feedback throughout the routesetting process to foster continuous improvement. Maintain and organize all setting holds, equipment, and workspaces to ensure safety, efficiency, and cleanliness. Meet setting quotas as determined by the Routesetting Director. Follow company and industry safety protocols, including working on ladders, lifts, and at height on ropes. Strip and wash holds as needed to maintain clean and safe climbing surfaces. Strive for personal growth as a climber by deepening understanding of movement and technique. Contribute to Momentum’s customer service goals by ensuring that all route setting tasks enhance the overall member and guest experience. Maintain a professional, approachable demeanor when interacting with members and guests to support positive community growth. Help create a cohesive, collaborative team environment by encouraging teamwork and offering constructive criticism. Focus on empathy and compromise to resolve challenges in the workplace. Serve as the lead route setter in the absence of the Regional Head Route Setter, ensuring smooth operations and crew management. Leverage industry expertise to support route setting initiatives and implement relevant industry standards and best practices. Assist in refining the route setting workflow across all regions. Provide constructive feedback to the Regional Head Route Setter and Route Setting Director to improve the route setting program. Leadership Support the Regional Head Route Setter in fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. Assist with training junior route setters, sharing knowledge, and helping with the development of route setting skills. Exemplify a high level of professionalism that sets a standard for others to aspire to. Qualifications USAC Level 3 Certification and/or proven experience as a Head Setter in a commercial gym setting. Led a minimum of 3 climbing competitions. Preferred experience regularly managing a route setting crew. Ability to forerun boulder problems at least V8 and routes at least 5.13c. Work effectively in a dynamic team environment and adhere to Momentum’s professional and high-quality route setting standards. Possess a strong awareness of safe route setting practices. At least three years prior commercial setting experience. Requirements And Physical Demands Hours and Availability Full-time position, 36-40 hrs/week, the majority of which is spent actively setting. Flexibility to work weekends and nights when applicable – during competitions or otherwise. Environmental and Physical Demands Able to work in a high-energy, dynamic environment on a regular basis. Comfortable speaking to and engaging with members of the community. Comfortable working at height and moving up and down a climbing wall. Continuously stand and walk on unstable and uneven surfaces for long periods of time. Able to understand and execute industry-approved work-at-height practices to ensure occupational safety. Able to repeatedly lift, move, and carry up to 50 lbs of weight on a regular basis. Able to balance, kneel, pull, push, and grasp objects as needed. Compensation, Benefits, And Perks Qualified applicants will be compensated depending on experience. Annual reimbursement for climbing shoes. Route Setter Wellness Benefit Paid Professional Development hours and expense reimbursement Participation in Momentum’s health insurance and 401k retirement plan. Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay options. Free membership to all Momentum climbing facilities. Discounts on Momentum instruction and programs. Access to pro-deals through our outdoor industry partners. #J-18808-Ljbffr Momentum Indoor Climbing