Head Routesetter

Basin Climbing & Fitness | Hewitt, TX (Greater Waco)

Help Build the Future of Climbing in Central Texas!

Basin Climbing & Fitness is seeking a Head Routesetterto leadthe most important parts of our business: the climbing experience on the wall.

Located in the Greater Waco area, Basin is the region's only indoor climbing gym and serves a growing community of recreational climbers,with a combination of top rope and lead routes, as well as an entire bouldering mezzanine. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who enjoys building programs, developing people, and creating exceptional climbing experiences.

You'lloversee allroutesettingoperationsandlead a team of assistant setters.

The Head Routesetteris responsible forthe quality, safety, creativity, and strategic direction ofroutesetting, and teaching other setters.

You'llwork closely with gym leadership whilemaintainingownership of your department's day-to-day operations, staff development,setting cadence,and quality.

• Lead allroutesettingstrategy, planning, quality control, and safety oversight
• Design and set boulders, top rope routes, and lead routes across all ability levels
• Create a balanced climbing experience across grades and movement styles
• Manage route rotations and reset schedules
• Recruit, train, mentor, and lead assistantroutesetters
• Oversee hold inventory, equipment, androutesettingbudgets
• Maintain industry safety standards and best practices
• Lead setting efforts for competitions, leagues, and special events
• Effectively set and forerun V8 and 5.13 climbs

• Manage schedules, staffing plans, and departmental budgets
• Work collaboratively with gym leadership, front desk staff, marketing, and facility operations
• Support clinics, camps, competitions, and community events
• Maintain operational systems, documentation, and standards
• Help shape the long-term vision of climbing at Basin

Required

• 3+ years of commercialroutesettingexperience
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to safely work at height
• Ability to effectively set and forerun V8 and 5.13 climbs

• CPR/First Aid certification
• Work-at-height certification
• Experience leading teams and developing setting staff
• $40,000–$50,000 salary, based on experience
• Paid time off
• Family gym membership

We'restill early in our growth, which means this role offers a unique opportunity to shape both the overall climbing experience in central Texas, andhelp new climbers experience this sport for the first time!

Ifyou'reexcited by ownership, leadership, and the chance to build something meaningful,we'dlove to hear from you.

• Resume
• Routesettingportfolio or setting reel
• Coaching experience and athlete development background
• Best contact information

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.