About the Role
Touchstone Climbing is seeking a Gym Manager for its new bouldering gym, Aisle 19, in San Francisco. This role involves shaping the identity of a new gym, driving its success, and impacting the local community by creating a thriving, welcoming destination for climbers and fitness enthusiasts.
Responsibilities
- Build and lead a strong, passionate team by hiring, training, and mentoring staff.
- Foster a positive, inclusive work environment that supports growth, accountability, and collaboration.
- Serve as a leader and role model for professionalism, excellent service, and community engagement.
- Ensure Aisle 19 operates seamlessly, maintaining Touchstone’s high standards for cleanliness, safety, and functionality.
- Manage budgets, analyze performance metrics, and implement strategies to optimize operations.
- Oversee climbing wall inspections, equipment maintenance, and other facility improvements.
- Create a welcoming and vibrant environment by engaging with members and responding to their feedback.
- Organize events, programs, and initiatives that celebrate and support the local climbing and fitness community.
- Collaborate with Touchstone’s marketing team to promote Hyperion’s unique offerings and foster its identity.
Requirements
- Leadership experience in customer-focused industries (e.g., gyms, recreation centers, hospitality).
- Intermediate technology skills, using programs such as Google Workspace, Slack, HRIS/Timekeeping programs.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills with a results-oriented mindset.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including conflict resolution.
- Familiarity with climbing or fitness industries, including route setting or facility management.
- A passion for climbing, and creating inclusive spaces that celebrate diversity and foster community.
Skills
- Google Workspace
- Slack
- HRIS/Timekeeping programs
- Conflict resolution
- Route setting
- Facility management
Location
- San Francisco, CA
Work Type
- On-site
- Virtual
- Administrative
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Commensurate with experience
Salary/Compensations
- $80,000
Benefits
- Health Insurance (Kaiser Permanente)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Plan
- Medical FSA
- Mental Health Services (Modern Health app)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
- Paid Time Off (Vacation and sick leave)
- Free Gym Membership for employee and a +1
- Unlimited Guest Passes
- Pro Deals & Staff Discounts
- Flexible Work Schedule
About the Company
- Touchstone Climbing is a climbing and fitness facility focused on community, inclusivity, and personal growth.
