Climbing Wall 2 - Route Setter

Calgary, AB
On-site
Posted Nov 7, 2026
1 position

$21.87–$27.61 / hour

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Employment type: Part-time
Posting language: English

Job summary

Create and grade creative, challenging roped climbing routes and bouldering problems, while removing and cleaning holds and keeping equipment organized. Coordinate with other route setters, follow facility setting guidelines, and help ensure climbing programs and services are accessible and inclusive.

Job details

Job Title Climbing Wall 2 - Route Setter Job Type Flexible Union MRSA Salary Grade Flexible / Casual Classification (Salary Grade) SAD02 Administrative Services II (Salary Grade 13) Hybrid Work This position is ineligible Position End Date 4/30/2027 Location MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary) About This Position About the Role The Climbing Route Setter is a member of Cougars Athletics and Recreation which actively creates, promotes, and sustains an environment in which the Mount Royal University community is challenged and supported in pursuit of personal growth in sport and leisure. This is a flexible position which is expected to end late April 2027 and whose work schedule is variable and may include an irregular schedule of not less than three (3) hours per shift and up to thirty-five (35) hours per week. Availability is needed for Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday mornings, with potential additional shifts available. Reporting the Adventure Programming Supervisor, the Climbing Route Setter is part of the programs and services team. The team is driven by their why: to inspire people to move so that they can be the best versions of themselves. We invite and welcome people to show up as their authentic selves; we develop people in ways that matter most to them; we build communities that connect people to what brings them joy; we create accessible and inclusive spaces, places, and programs; and we establish relationships that foster a sense of belonging. The Climbing Route Setter is responsible for creating fun and challenging roped climbing routes and bouldering problems in the MRU Climbing Centre. The priorities of a Route Setter are coordinating their routes and problems with the rest of the setting team and ensuring that the Climbing Centre meets the challenge level desired by our users. Varied climbing experience and a sense of creativity are integral to success in this position. Responsibilities Personal Setting Remove and clean climbing holds from old routes and problems Set up personal rigging system to ensure safety of self and other Route Setters Set creative and challenging routes and problems Grade own routes and problems with assistance from other Route Setters Ensure holds and setting equipment are stored neatly and organized Team Collaboration Adhere to setting guidelines based on the needs of the facility Assist other Route Setters with grading recommendations and feedback Accessibility and Inclusion Ensure programs and services are developed and executed with accommodation for access needs Ensure people with varying abilities and circumstances feel a sense of belonging in Recreation programs and services Qualifications Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification Training is available for new or expiring staff members as necessary 1 - 6 months experience Intermediate-level experience with climbing rope use and safety techniques Familiarity with Yosemite Decimal System (YDS) and V-scale grading systems Preferred Current Mount Royal University Student Interest in Climbing Centre monitoring and route setting Ability to utilize creativity in route design for a varied climber experience Salary: $21.87 - $27.61 per hour Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found A resume and cover letter should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name]_[Requisition Number]_[Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith_1234_CV.pdf). We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify erecruiter@mtroyal.ca and we will work together on your accommodation request. About MRU Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Applicants need Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification, 1–6 months of experience, intermediate experience using climbing ropes and safety techniques, and familiarity with YDS and V-scale grading. Creativity and varied climbing experience are important; current Mount Royal University student status and interest in route setting are preferred.