ABOUT FIRST ASCENT CLIMBING & FITNESS:
FA is focused on growing a vibrant community that shares a passion for climbing and fitness. For more information, please visit www.faclimbing.com, or facebook.com/faclimbing.

Our mission at First Ascent Climbing and Fitness is to share our love of climbing, connect people through movement, and create welcoming, supportive spaces that strengthen minds, bodies, and communities. We offer indoor rock climbing, high-end fitness equipment, classes, personal training, and yoga at each of our locations. FA Climbing & Fitness is a growing company, and we are looking for people that will help us continually get better at what we do as we discover how to best serve our members and visitors. We will look to you to help us be creative, think outside the box, evaluate what works and what does not, and implement changes effectively—and have a blast in the process.

OVERVIEW
First Ascent is seeking a Routesetter for its Arlington Heights, IL location. As a routesetter, your role will be to create enjoyable and challenging climbs for our diverse customer base. As such, we are seeking to build an equally diverse team of routesetters who will bring different styles, abilities, strengths, experiences, and perspectives to the table.

This is a part-time hourly position ranging from 16 - 30 hours worked per week, with starting pay commensurate to experience. This position requires someone with a strong work ethic and initiative, and who maintains a solution-oriented mindset and thrives when challenged. You will receive direction and support from the Routesetting Supervisor and your peers, and will be an integral part of the First Ascent team.

Previous experience routesetting is not required. Risk management training will be required for all candidates and additional training opportunities will be available for all levels of experience.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set routes or boulders at the productivity level designated by the Headsetter or Routesetting Supervisor.
• Work with the Headsetter and Routesetting Supervisor to meet facility turnover and grade distribution goals
• Assist with other routesetting-related tasks (hold-washing, hold-stripping, wall maintenance, etc.)
• All other tasks as assigned by the Head Routesetter or Routesetting Supervisor
• Must be able to receive direction and constructive feedback well
• Must conduct oneself with a professional and courteous attitude
• Work at height and on ladders, adhering to best risk-management practices
• Learn and improve routesetting, forerunning, and related skill sets

REQUIREMENTS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Ability to climb 5.11 on lead and V3
• At least 1 year of climbing experience
• Lead climbing experience preferred
• Standard 9:00 am to 5:00 pm schedule, Monday through Friday
• Some infrequent weekends or nights may be required dependent on setting for competitions or assisting with other events
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced and highly variable environment
• Must adhere to routesetting and work-at-height risk management practices, and enforce these requirements with other routesetting staff to maintain a risk-averse workplace
• Must be comfortable working closely with others in a small team environment
• Enthusiasm for learning and sharing knowledge, and love of climbing
• Ability to lift heavy loads (50lbs or more) and complete strenuous physical labor on a daily basis

PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Starting hourly pay based on experience
• Training opportunities available to increase pay rate
• Free membership to all First Ascent locations
• Access to pro-deals

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Predominantly in a climate controlled indoor environment
• Noise level ranges from moderate to loud
• Employee must be able to concentrate through distraction and communicate effectively

EEO STATEMENT:

FA Climbing and Fitness is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. FA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protective order status, military status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, ancestry, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. FA prohibits harassment of any individual on any of the protected characteristics listed above.