Employment Opportunities
Salt Pump Climbing Company is Maine’s premier rock climbing gym. We strive to maintain a culture that is both hardworking and fun, while challenging employees with opportunities to learn new things and grow professionally in a dynamic and multi-faceted industry. Located in Scarborough, we are 10 minutes from Portland, 10 minutes from the beach, and less than two hours from some of New England’s finest climbing destinations including Pawtuckaway, Cathedral & Whitehorse, and Shagg Crag.
Current Job Listings
Position
Front Desk Team
Position Description: Our desk team are key team members that are the face of the organization and the welcoming energy that helps make Salt Pump the comfortable environment we always endeavor to be. Duties include being responsible for risk management, excellent customer service, retail sales and stocking, teaching Intro to Climbing Classes, and more.
Applicants for this position should:
- Be friendly, caring, and kind.
- Expect to spend most of the day on their feet, actively engaged with customers and members.
- Possess good verbal communication skills.
- Maintain a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
- Have experience with customer service - POS system experience preferred.
- Have an understanding of and passion for rock climbing.
- Have good time management and be able to multitask.
- Understand the risks involved with rock climbing.
- Be able to pass a top-rope test in our facility.
- Be prepared to engage our customers and members in an upbeat, outgoing, and positive manner in order to provide everyone with an extraordinary experience.
Position Details: This is a part-time position. Pay and pay increases are based on a combination of performance and length of employment. Applicants should expect to work weekends and some evenings. Desk and Program Staff will have opportunities to instruct with our Youth Programs and Adult Programs.
Pay starts at $15/hr. Working at least one regular shift per week qualifies you for a free membership. Staff get access to pro-deals, programming and other fun opportunities.
If you feel as though you do not meet all qualifications, please still feel empowered to apply.
To Apply: We are currently conducting interviews and applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. If you are interested in applying for the position, please send a cover letter and resume by PDF or MS-Word to both [email protected] and Tino Fiumara, General Manager, at [email protected].
Salt Pump Climbing Co. is committed to building a diverse environment and is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Position
Event Staff
Position Description: Event staff work together with the Event Coordinator to provide an unforgettable, fun, and exciting experience for climbers at Salt Pump events. Events will include birthday parties, Scout groups, school groups, team-builders, and other private events.
Desired Applicant Attributes: An interest in climbing is a must, but the grade you climb is far less important than your enthusiasm and dedication to the delivery of great service.
Applicants for this position should:
- Be friendly, caring, and kind.
- Expect to spend entire shift on their feet, actively engaged with the participants.
- Maintain a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
- Enjoy working with children and adults alike.
- Plan to have FUN! Salt Pump is a place for fun, making friends, and trying new things. We expect our staff to foster a fun and positive atmosphere.
Position Details: This position is part-time. Open events will be posted weekly by the Event Coordinator - Event Staff will select shifts they can work and communicate with the Event Coordinator. Event staff are required to work a minimum of two shifts per month - a typical shift is 3 hours and may be on the weekend, weekday, or evening.
To Apply: Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis – applications are accepted on a rolling basis. If you are interested in applying for the position, please send a cover letter and resume by PDF or MS-Word to [email protected].
Salt Pump Climbing Co. is committed to building a diverse environment and is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Meet some of the current staff and partners on our Staff Page.
