Careers

The Gravity Vault Indoor Rock Gyms’ mission is to make everyone’s rock climbing experience with us a positive and memorable one. We strive to provide a welcoming, diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for not only our customers but our staff alike. Whether you’re young or old, big or small, novice or expert we want The Gravity Vault to be your home away from home. We believe that new heights can always be reached, not only on our walls but in all aspects of life. The best way to achieve these heights is together.

The Gravity Vault is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, genetics, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other actual or perceived characteristics.

Take a look below for all open opportunities at our facilities.

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NY / Poughkeepsie

Instructor

Job Category: Gym Staff

Job Description:

The majority of the staff in our facility are instructors. We look for individuals with a work hard/play hard attitude who want to work in an exciting, dynamic, customer facing role.

Job responsibilities include:

Belaying for Programs
Coordinating Birthday Parties
Working at the Front Desk
Customer Service

Requirements:

Must be at least 16 years old
Good attitude
Flexible availability; weekend, holiday and closing shift availability is a must!
Patience
Strong communication skills

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Team Coach

Job Category: Junior Climbing Teams

Job Description:

As a Team Coach for The Gravity Vault you will facilitate the training for our Youth Climbing Teams. In the Team Coach role you will have the opportunity to work with other coaching staff to develop and execute training regimens, practice schedules, technique lessons and more. You will mentor the kids as they progress through our program and help them to achieve their climbing goals.

Job Responsibilities:

Supervise climbers at practices.
Motivate the kids and empower them to reach new heights.
Maintain an encouraging, yet competitive environment which upholds The Gravity Vault's Mission Statement.
Attend Competitions with the team.
Communicate with Climbers and Parents on goals and achievements.

Requirements:

Competition Climbing Experience Necessary.
USA Climbing Coaches Certification.
Excellent Verbal Communication Skills.
Experience Coaching an individual/team sport at the Youth Level.

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Route Setter

Job Category: Gym Staff

Job Description:

The Route Setters are some of the most important contributors at The Gravity Vault. Route Setters are responsible for all of the climbing routes and problems in our facilities. We are looking for a trainee Route Setter to join our team.

Job Responsibilities Include:

Setting Routes and Problems.
Set up and cleanup of Setting Safety Zones.
Forerunning your Routes/Problems.

Requirements:

Must be able to climb at least 5.11 and V6.
Prior Experience Route Setting is a plus but we are willing to train the right candidate
Ability to set creative Routes.

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Belayer

Job Category: Gym Staff

Job Description:

We are looking for highly energetic individuals to work in our facility as Belayers. Our Belayers are the staff on the climbing floor and are the embodiment of The Gravity Vault mission statement. They belay, instruct, and motivate new and returning climbers during staff led events for both kids and adults. We need people who are going to provide exceptional customer/climbing experiences for climbers of all abilities and ages.

Basic job duties include but are not limited to providing excellent climbing experiences for all ages and abilities, the ability to instruct and give direction to large groups of people, belaying individuals for different staff led programs including private sessions, team building programs, birthday parties, and classes, and maintaining a clean and safe facility.

All candidates must be willing to make the customer experience a priority and engage with climbers to keep them excited for climbing at The Gravity Vault.

Job Requirements

Excellent verbal communication skills.
Ability to take direction and work as part of a team.
Willingness to maintain and clean the gym throughout your shift.
Weekend and / or closing availability.
Minimum availability of 10 hours per week.
Retail, Customer Service, or Hospitality experience preferred.
Indoor / Outdoor climbing experience preferred.

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Assistant Team Coach

Job Category: Junior Climbing Teams

Job Description:

As a Assistant Team Coach for The Gravity Vault you will facilitate the training for our Youth Climbing Teams. In the Team Coach role you will have the opportunity to work with other coaching staff to develop and execute training regimens, practice schedules, technique lessons and more. You will mentor the kids as they progress through our program and help them to achieve their climbing goals.

Job Responsibilities:

Supervise climbers at practices.
Motivate the kids and empower them to reach new heights.
Maintain an encouraging, yet competitive environment which upholds The Gravity Vault's Mission Statement.
Attend Competitions with the team.
Communicate with Climbers and Parents on goals and achievements.

Requirements:

Competition Climbing Experience Necessary.
USA Climbing Coaches Certification.
Excellent Verbal Communication Skills.
Experience Coaching an individual/team sport at the Youth Level.