Looking for a job with Touchstone Climbing? You’ve come to the right spot. We post positions for each gym as they become available.

If you see a position that looks like a great fit, fill out this online application, which requires attaching your resume and references, or email them with the application to [email protected] so we can get to know you better. (You’ll usually see instructions to apply at the bottom of each position as well 😊.) If you don’t see a position you’re interested in, keep checking back.

We want our staff to reflect the communities we serve, so we strongly encourage BIPOC and LGBTQ+ folks to apply.

 

TOUCHSTONE FACILITIES

Touchstone Facilities does not currently have any positions available.

 

TOUCHSTONE ROUTESETTING

Routesetter Apprentice – There are currently no positions available.

The apprentice program is intended to bring inexperienced setters up to speed on all the skills and techniques required for routesetting. Through this program, we hope to encourage newer climbers to pursue a career in routesetting.

Routesetter
Greater San Francisco Bay Area

Touchstone is looking for routesetters with at least two years of full-time experience (or equivalent) to join our team. Enthusiastic, friendly, hard-working individuals with a passion for climbing and fitness are encouraged to apply. Touchstone routesetters work at various gyms throughout California, each offering unique experiences, terrain, and challenges. Routesetting crew members collaborate to create fun and creative boulder problems and routes in varying styles while prioritizing safety and accessibility in the workplace, for our team, and our community. This opportunity is for creative, adaptable, self-motivated, team-players that can work efficiently both independently and as part of a team. We want our staff to reflect the communities we serve, so we strongly encourage BIPOC and LGBTQ+ folks to apply.

Job Summary:
To set and maintain a rotation of climbing routes and boulder problems of various difficulties ranging from beginner to expert, while adhering to Touchstone Climbing’s setting philosophy and standards.

Responsibilities:

  • Show up on time and ready to work with all necessary equipment.
  • Assess daily routesetting needs.
  • Set up work area perimeter and ‘short-fix’ anchors.
  • Stage all setting equipment and tools in the work area (ladders, ropes, aid bolts, bins, etc)
  • Strip holds from walls and hang additional working lines
  • Maintain a clean work area.
  • Wash, sort, and store unused holds. Sort, store and maintain bolts and screws. sort out broken holds, bad screws, and bolts
  • Set, forerun, and modify climbs to be appropriate for their grade, accessibility, and assignment.
  • Work cooperatively with other crew members and gym staff and work to be an equal contributor to the day’s tasks.
  • Work efficiently while adhering to Touchstone’s safety standards.
  • Store all setting gear and equipment, and clean up work areas before leaving the gym.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Be able to cleanly on-sight a minimum of 5.12- on lead, and lead belay. Comfort climbing more difficult grade levels is a ‘plus’.
  • Very competent in the use of various routesetting-related tools (Impact driver and bits, ratchets, wrenches, angle grinder, reciprocating saw, pressure washer, bolts, screws, etc).
  • Comfortable using various climbing equipment (Gri-gri, RIG, ascenders, micro traxion, carabiners, etc.)
  • Self-directed, self-motivated, and efficient.
  • Courteous, professional, and non-defensive to constructive criticism.
  • Safety Conscious at all times.
  • Good communicator.
  • Passion for routesetting and for climbing
  • Reliable, hard worker, with attention to detail.
  • Ability to work at multiple locations in the region.

Physical Requirements:

  • Comfort working at heights up to 60 feet.
  • Comfortable working on a ladder, in a harness, or from a rope.
  • Must be able to safely lift 40 lbs. without assistance.
  • Able to haul up to 50 lbs. of setting tools and equipment in a haul bag while setting routes.
  • Ability to lift large awkward holds and volumes.
  • Ability to work in various environments such as tight or enclosed spaces, heights, and temperatures to complete work assignments
  • Ability to bend at the waist, sit, kneel, lie horizontally, climb, walk, grasp, etc., as the job may require
  • Taking personal care physically by stretching, working out opposing muscle groups, and communicating when feeling physically overworked, strained, or injured to allow for modification of daily duties

Travel Required:
Bay Area routesetters are regularly scheduled to work at our 6 gyms in the region.

Compensation and Benefits:
Wages start at $23/hr with the minimum qualifying experience. Full access to all Touchstone Climbing gyms. Up to two weeks, annual paid vacation accrual, beginning after 90 days of employment. 401k plan with employer matching available for qualifying employees. Full-time employees can enroll in excellent healthcare, dental, and mental health plans after 60 days of employment. Full-time employees are eligible for many professional/industry deals on equipment and clothing.

Position Type:
Part-time or full-time positions available

Disclaimer:
This is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder may expand beyond those outlined here.

How to Apply:
Email your resume to [email protected] with the subject line “Route Setter Position”.

 

TOUCHSTONE RETAIL TEAM

Team Member

Touchstone Climbing is hiring a part-time, long-term retail team member based out of our Berkeley retail warehouse. An opportunity for creative, adaptable, and self-motivated teamplayers, this position will interact with all aspects of our retail chain, requiring a broad skill set and critical thinking. We want our staff to reflect the communities we serve, so we encourage BIPOC and LGBTQ+ folks to apply. 

Job duties include but are not limited to:

  • Navigating the Rock Gym Pro inventory database to check stock levels, process gym transfers, and enter inventory adjustments
  • Working in Shopify to process online store orders and adjust inventory quantities 
  • Communicating with gym managers and staff to correct inventory discrepancies
  • Assist in receiving large shipments of various products, paying careful attention to quantity and quality of product being received
  • Organizing and restocking merchandise through-out the warehouse
  • Participating in warehouse and gym inventory counting
  • Help coordinate retail-related events at gym locations — including shoe/harness demos, vendor pop-ups, etc.
  • Generate ideas for retail-related social media posts promoting new products, sales, etc.
  • Photograph inventory products for online store product pages and social media posts

Requirements: 

  • Able and comfortable with moving and lifting boxes overhead weighing up to 35 lbs and lifting boxes 45 lbs
  • Comfortable working with basic Excel spreadsheets 
  • Able to work comfortably in Google suite and willing and able to learn new tech platforms, such as Rock Gym Pro
  • Work independently and as a part of a team

Compensation and How to Apply

Starting pay is $20hr with the minimum qualifying experience. Benefits include full access to all Touchstone Climbing gyms, up to two weeks, annual paid vacation accrual, beginning after 90 days of employment, and a 401k plan with employer matching available for qualifying employees. If this positions peaks your interest, we would love to hear from you. Please send a resume to [email protected].

 

MISSION CLIFFS

Youth Programs – Climbing Club Coach + Kids Camps Instructor

Are you an experienced climber who loves teaching others how to climb? Do you enjoy working with kids? Mission Cliffs is looking for a coach for our Climbing Clubs and Kids Camps with the following qualifications:

  • Experienced in bouldering, top rope, and lead climbing.
  • Sound understanding of climbing techniques such as footwork, body positioning, movement efficiency, route reading, etc.
  • Has the patience and passion for working with kids at a variety of ability levels and learning styles.
  • Brings a creative, fun approach to climbing instruction and curriculum; makes learning how to climb enjoyable and engaging.
  • Interested in creating high quality training curriculum and programming for the Climbing Clubs and Kids Camps.
  • Excited to collaborate with other coaches to facilitate an exceptional team experience for our climbers.

Compensation and How to Apply

Starting pay is $20 an hour. Applicants must also be available to work additional belay staff/support shifts at Mission Cliffs. If this sounds like you, please fill out this form.

Desk Staff

Mission Cliffs is looking for enthusiastic and friendly new team members to join our front desk staff. If you’re ready to work in a fun and energetic environment where people share your psych for climbing and fitness, we’d love to hear from you!

Job duties include but are not limited to:

  • Greeting customers, answering calls, and responding to emails at the front desk
  • Processing memberships and online transactions
  • Managing calendar reservations
  • Finding creative solutions to customer service challenges
  • Selling merch and climbing gear in our retail shop
  • Ensuring that climbing and gym safety standards are being met
  • Helping maintain a clean gym
  • Additional opportunities to work with our communities and classes may be available in the future for interested candidates

Requirements:

  • Interest in climbing, outdoor sports, outdoor spaces, fitness, wellness, or all of the above!
  • Ability to remain friendly and calm while managing customer needs during high volume hours
  • Highly self-directed and motivated; if you see a task that needs to be done, you do it
  • Comfortable working with computers
  • Customer service, service industry, or office management experience is a plus but not required
  • Evening and weekend availability

Compensation and How to Apply

Starting pay is $21 an hour. If this sounds like something you’d love to do, we’d love to make you a part of Mission Cliffs! Please fill out this online application (which includes attaching your resume and references) or email the application to [email protected] so we can get to know you better.

 

GREAT WESTERN POWER COMPANY

Desk Staff

Great Western Power Company is looking for enthusiastic and friendly new team members to join our front desk staff. If you’re ready to work in a fun and energetic environment where people share your psych for climbing and fitness, we’d love to hear from you!

Job duties include but are not limited to:

  • Greeting customers, answering calls, and responding to emails at the front desk
  • Processing memberships and online transactions
  • Managing calendar reservations
  • Finding creative solutions to customer service challenges
  • Selling merch and climbing gear in our retail shop
  • Ensuring that climbing and gym safety standards are being met
  • Helping maintain a clean gym
  • Additional opportunities to work with our communities and classes may be available in the future for interested candidates

Requirements:

  • Interest in climbing, outdoor sports, outdoor spaces, fitness, wellness, or all of the above!
  • Ability to remain friendly and calm while managing customer needs during high volume hours
  • Highly self-directed and motivated; if you see a task that needs to be done, you do it
  • Comfortable working with computers
  • Customer service, service industry, or office management experience is a plus but not required
  • Evening and weekend availability

Compensation and How to Apply

Starting pay is $20 an hour. If this sounds like something you’d love to do, we’d love to make you a part of Great Western Power Company. Please fill out this online application (attaching your resume and references) or email the application to [email protected] so we can get to know you better.

 

THE STUDIO 

Youth Programs – Climbing Club Coach + Kids Camps Instructor

Are you an experienced climber who loves teaching others how to climb? Do you enjoy working with kids? The Studio is looking for a coach for our Climbing Clubs and Kids Camps with the following qualifications:

  • Experienced in bouldering, top rope, and lead climbing.
  • Sound understanding of climbing techniques such as footwork, body positioning, movement efficiency, route reading, etc.
  • Has the patience and passion for working with kids at a variety of ability levels and learning styles.
  • Brings a creative, fun approach to climbing instruction and curriculum; makes learning how to climb enjoyable and engaging.
  • Interested in creating high quality training curriculum and programming for the Climbing Clubs and Kids Camps.
  • Excited to collaborate with other coaches to facilitate an exceptional team experience for our climbers.

Compensation and How to Apply

Starting pay is $19.50 an hour. Applicants must also be available to work additional belay staff/support shifts at The Studio. If this sounds like you, please fill out this form.

Comp Team Coach

The Studio is looking for a Comp Team Coach with the following qualifications:

  • Experienced in bouldering, top rope, and lead climbing.
  • Sound understanding of climbing techniques such as footwork, body positioning, movement efficiency, route reading, etc.
  • Has the patience and passion for working with kids at a variety of ability levels and learning styles.
  • Brings a creative, fun approach to climbing instruction and curriculum; makes learning how to climb enjoyable and engaging.
  • Interested in creating high quality training curriculum and programming for Team Touchstone.
  • Excited to collaborate with other coaches to facilitate an exceptional team experience for our climbers.

Compensation and How to Apply

Starting pay is $21 an hour. Applicants must also be available to work additional belay staff/support shifts at The Studio. If this sounds like you, please fill out this form.

 

DOGPATCH BOULDERS

Desk Staff

Dogpatch Boulders is looking for enthusiastic and friendly new team members to join our front desk staff. If you’re ready to work in a fun and energetic environment where people share your psych for climbing and fitness, we’d love to hear from you!

Job duties include but are not limited to:

  • Greeting customers, answering calls, and responding to emails at the front desk
  • Processing memberships and online transactions
  • Managing calendar reservations
  • Finding creative solutions to customer service challenges
  • Selling merch and climbing gear in our retail shop
  • Ensuring that climbing and gym safety standards are being met
  • Helping maintain a clean gym
  • Additional opportunities to work with our communities and classes may be available in the future for interested candidates

Requirements:

  • Interest in climbing, outdoor sports, outdoor spaces, fitness, wellness, or all of the above!
  • Ability to remain friendly and calm while managing customer needs during high volume hours
  • Highly self-directed and motivated; if you see a task that needs to be done, you do it
  • Comfortable working with computers
  • Customer service, service industry, or office management experience is a plus but not required
  • Evening and weekend availability

Compensation and How to Apply

Starting pay is $20 an hour. If this sounds like something you’d love to do, we’d love to make you a part of it! Please fill out this online application (which includes attaching your resume and references) or email the application to [email protected] so we can get to know you better.

Youth Programs – Climbing Club Coach + Kids Camps Instructor

Are you an experienced climber who loves teaching others how to climb? Do you enjoy working with kids? Dogpatch Boulders is looking for a coach for our Climbing Clubs and Kids Camps with the following qualifications:

  • Experienced in bouldering, top rope, and lead climbing.
  • Sound understanding of climbing techniques such as footwork, body positioning, movement efficiency, route reading, etc.
  • Has the patience and passion for working with kids at a variety of ability levels and learning styles.
  • Brings a creative, fun approach to climbing instruction and curriculum; makes learning how to climb enjoyable and engaging.
  • Interested in creating high quality training curriculum and programming for the Climbing Clubs and Kids Camps.
  • Excited to collaborate with other coaches to facilitate an exceptional team experience for our climbers.

Compensation and How to Apply

Starting pay is $20 an hour. Applicants must also be available to work additional belay staff/support shifts at Pipeworks. If you’re interested, please fill out this form.

 

LA BOULDERS

Desk Staff

LA Boulders is looking for enthusiastic and friendly new team members to join our front desk staff. If you’re ready to work in a fun and energetic environment where people share your psych for climbing and fitness, we’d love to hear from you!

Job duties include but are not limited to:

  • Greeting customers, answering calls, and responding to emails at the front desk
  • Processing memberships and online transactions
  • Managing calendar reservations
  • Finding creative solutions to customer service challenges
  • Selling merch and climbing gear in our retail shop
  • Ensuring that climbing and gym safety standards are being met
  • Helping maintain a clean gym
  • Additional opportunities to work with our communities and classes may be available in the future for interested candidates

Requirements:

  • Interest in climbing, outdoor sports, outdoor spaces, fitness, wellness, or all of the above!
  • Ability to remain friendly and calm while managing customer needs during high volume hours
  • Highly self-directed and motivated; if you see a task that needs to be done, you do it
  • Comfortable working with computers
  • Customer service, service industry, or office management experience is a plus but not required
  • Evening and weekend availability

Compensation and How to Apply

Starting pay is $19 an hour. If this sounds like something you’d love to do, we’d love to make you a part of LA Boulders! Please fill out this online application (which includes attaching your resume and references) or email the application to [email protected] so we can get to know you better.

 

PACIFIC PIPE

We accept applications for positions on a rolling basis, which means the presence of these job postings may not reflect an immediate need. Due to high volume of applications and evolving scheduling needs, not every applicant will be contacted. Please only apply through the links provided as we will not be responding to emailed applications or resumes. Thank you! 

Belay Staff

Pacific Pipe is looking for a responsible, attentive, and enthusiastic individual who is comfortable and familiar with working in a climbing gym facility. Candidates must understand the risks and safety requirements of being in a Touchstone facility and convey this to any and all Touchstone members and guests. Additionally, individuals must feel comfortable with belaying and engaging with younger children. Lastly, individuals must be able to work an assortment of different shifts (see descriptions below).

Qualities of an ideal candidate:

  • responsible and attentive—making sure that the climbing gym remains a safe and open environment for all users
  • enthusiastic, friendly, and accessible—comfortable with talking to customers in different capacities (i.e. teaching someone how to belay, giving a belay test, helping with retail, during safety walks, etc.)
  • proactive—recognizes proactive ways to stay occupied when working (i.e. helping the front desk, wiping down fitness equipment surfaces, doing a towel/laundry run, etc.)
  • passion for climbing and working with people
  • is able to commit to at least three or more shifts per week and is available weekends and weekday evenings

Compensation and How to Apply

Starting pay is $18 an hour. We accept applications for this position continuously. The presence of this posting may not reflect immediate need.

Youth Programs – Climbing Club Coach + Kids Camps Instructor

Are you an experienced climber who loves teaching others how to climb? Do you enjoy working with kids? Pacific Pipe is looking for a coach for our Climbing Clubs and Kids Camps with the following qualifications:

  • Experienced in bouldering, top rope, and lead climbing.
  • Sound understanding of climbing techniques such as footwork, body positioning, movement efficiency, route reading, etc.
  • Has the patience and passion for working with kids at a variety of ability levels and learning styles.
  • Brings a creative, fun approach to climbing instruction and curriculum; makes learning how to climb enjoyable and engaging.
  • Interested in creating high quality training curriculum and programming for the Climbing Clubs and Kids Camps.
  • Excited to collaborate with other coaches to facilitate an exceptional team experience for our climbers.

Compensation and How to Apply

Starting pay is $20 an hour. Applicants must also be available to work additional belay staff/support shifts at Pipeworks. If you’re interested, please fill out this form.

Comp Team Coach

Pacific Pipe is looking for a coach for a Comp Team Coach with the following qualifications:

  • Experienced in bouldering, top rope, and lead climbing.
  • Sound understanding of climbing techniques such as footwork, body positioning, movement efficiency, route reading, etc.
  • Has the patience and passion for working with kids at a variety of ability levels and learning styles.
  • Brings a creative, fun approach to climbing instruction and curriculum; makes learning how to climb enjoyable and engaging.
  • Interested in creating high quality training curriculum and programming for Team Touchstone.
  • Excited to collaborate with other coaches to facilitate an exceptional team experience for our climbers.

Compensation and How to Apply

Starting pay is $20 an hour. If this sounds like something you’d love to do, we’d love to make you a part of it! Please fill out this online application (which includes attaching your resume and references). Please no calls about this job. Due to the high volume of applicants, not everyone who applies will be contacted.

Desk Staff

Pacific Pipe is looking for enthusiastic and friendly new team members to join our front desk staff. If you’re ready to work in a fun and energetic environment where people share your psych for climbing and fitness, we’d love to hear from you!

Job duties include but are not limited to:

  • Greeting customers, answering calls, and responding to emails at the front desk
  • Processing memberships and online transactions
  • Managing calendar reservations
  • Finding creative solutions to customer service challenges
  • Selling merch and climbing gear in our retail shop
  • Ensuring that climbing and gym safety standards are being met
  • Helping maintain a clean gym
  • Additional opportunities to work with our communities and classes may be available in the future for interested candidates

Requirements:

  • Interest in climbing, outdoor sports, outdoor spaces, fitness, wellness, or all of the above!
  • Ability to remain friendly and calm while managing customer needs during high volume hours
  • Highly self-directed and motivated; if you see a task that needs to be done, you do it
  • Comfortable working with computers
  • Customer service, service industry, or office management experience is a plus but not required
  • Evening and weekend availability

Compensation and How to Apply

Starting pay is $21 an hour. If this sounds like something you’d love to do, we’d love to make you a part of it! Please fill out this online application (which includes attaching your resume and references) or email the application to [email protected] so we can get to know you better. We accept applications for this position on a continuous basis. The presence of this posting may not reflect an immediate need.

 

SACRAMENTO PIPEWORKS

Functional Fitness Instructor

Sacramento Pipeworks is seeking a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Body Mechanics Educator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in kinesiology or body mechanics education and experience as a CrossFit and group class instructor. We are looking for someone who is passionate about helping others achieve their fitness goals and is flexible in their teaching styles and modalities.

The trainer will lead group fitness classes while providing guidance and support to our members and guests. Responsibilities include:

  • Design and implement safe and effective exercise programs for class participants of all fitness levels
  • Lead group fitness instruction
  • Provide guidance and support to class participants to help them achieve their fitness goals
  • Ensure all equipment is clean and in good working condition; alert management if there are concerns
  • Stay up-to-date on industry trends and research to continuously improve the quality of service provided

Qualifications

  • NASM Certified Personal Trainer
  • Education or background in kinesiology or body mechanics
  • Experience as a CrossFit and group class instructor
  • Flexible in teaching styles and modalities
  • Available to teach on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:30 pm

Preferred Qualifications

  • Additional certifications in relevant areas such as Yoga, Pilates, or Strength and Conditioning
  • Experience with a variety of training modalities such as HIIT, strength training, and cardio
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to motivate and inspire clients to achieve their fitness goals

Compensation and How to Apply

If you are a dedicated and passionate NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Body Mechanics Educator with a strong desire to help others achieve their fitness goals, please apply by filling out this online application (and include your resume, references, and cover letter). Starting pay is $40.00 an hour. We look forward to hearing from you!

 

DIABLO ROCK GYM

Youth Programs – Climbing Club Coach + Kids Camps Instructor

Are you an experienced climber who loves teaching others how to climb? Do you enjoy working with kids? Diablo Rock Gym is looking for a coach for our Climbing Clubs and Kids Camps with the following qualifications:

  • Experienced in bouldering, top rope, and lead climbing.
  • Sound understanding of climbing techniques such as footwork, body positioning, movement efficiency, route reading, etc.
  • Has the patience and passion for working with kids at a variety of ability levels and learning styles.
  • Brings a creative, fun approach to climbing instruction and curriculum; makes learning how to climb enjoyable and engaging.
  • Interested in creating high quality training curriculum and programming for the Climbing Clubs and Kids Camps.
  • Excited to collaborate with other coaches to facilitate an exceptional team experience for our climbers.

Compensation and How to Apply

Starting pay is $19 an hour. Applicants must also be available to work additional belay staff/support shifts at Diablo Rock Gym. If this sounds like you, please fill out this form.