Route Setter- (Temp)

Route Setter- (Temp)

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Posted Job Title
Route Setter- (Temp)

Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary
Route Setters are responsible for regularly changing out the holds on Penn's Climbing Wall.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Setting Route planning and Setting bouldering routes and top rope routes
• Hold Maintenance Stripping routes, soaking and cleaning holds and inspecting holds for cracks/damage
• Recording route information and updating the route registry

• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required
• Performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Applicants should have a strong climbing background with an understanding of climbing movement and grading. Route Setters should feel comfortable setting bouldering routes up to V8 and top-rope routes up to 5.12. Previous route setting experience is preferred, but not required.

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
Division of Recreation & Intercollegiate Athletics

Pay Range
$7.25 - $155.75

Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.


To apply, visit https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/Pottruck-Health-and-Fitness-Center/Route-Setter---Temp-_JR00063506



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