Bicycle Technician

About This Role

We're seeking a skilled Bike Technician to join our team! With a passion for cycling and experience in bicycle mechanics, you'll be a key player in delivering exceptional customer service and driving sales growth.

What You'll Do

• Apply shop standards in the assembly and repair of bikes and skis across the full product line.
• Evaluate the mechanical condition of the product and estimate the cost of repairs.
• Provide an educated assessment for a bicycle repair for the customer that includes an estimated completion date.
• Maintain shop cleanliness including bench and common workspace.
• Install and adjust speed and gear mechanisms.
• Assemble new bicycles.
• Install, repair, and replace equipment or accessories, such as handlebars, stands, lights, and seats.
• Align wheels.
• Disassemble axles to repair, adjust, and replace defective parts, using hand tools.
• Shape replacement parts, using bench grinders.
• Repair holes in tire tubes, using scrapers and patches.
• Weld broken or cracked frames together, using oxyacetylene torches and welding rods.
• Paint bicycle frames, using spray guns or brushes.
• Install and adjust brakes and brake pads.
• Help customers select bicycles that fit their body sizes and intended bicycle uses.
• Sell bicycles and accessories.
• Install new tires and tubes.
• Clean and lubricate bicycle parts.
• Order bicycle parts.
• Build wheels by cutting and threading new spokes.
• Install vehicle parts or accessories.
• Adjust vehicle components according to specifications.
• Explain technical product or service information to customers.
• Sell products or services.
• Install vehicle parts or accessories.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance.
• Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
• Assemble mechanical components or machine parts.
• Install vehicle parts or accessories.
• Align equipment or machinery.
• Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.
• Grind parts to required dimensions.
• Repair tires.
• Operate welding equipment.
• Paint surfaces or equipment.

Requirements

• Ability to maintain open and positive relations with employees and customers.
• Previous bike assembly experience or equivalent preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to periodically lift 40 pounds.
• Interest in working in a team environment committed to providing excellent sales and service experience while increasing sales through service.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including evenings and weekends.
• Minimum 2 years experience preferred working as a technician/ mechanic in a bike shop.
• Interest in developing own skills and knowledge.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge and experience in any or all of the following systems and tools:
• Inventory management software
• LightSpeed Cloud
• Repair Traq
• RepairTRAX
• Personal computers
• Point of sale terminals
• Portable repair stands
• Web browser software
• Wheel truing stands
• Cassette lock ring tools
• Compact scissors
• Cone wrench sets
• Crank bolt wrenches
• Crown race setters
• Derailleur hanger alignment gauges
• Folding hex wrench sets
• Handlebar holders
• Inventory management software
• Linkage clamps
• Multipurpose hammers
• Needle nose pliers
• Offset brake wrenches
• Open end wrench sets
• P-handled hex wrenches
• Pedal Powered Software Bicycle Repair Man
• Pedal wrenches
• Phillips head screwdrivers
• Side cutter pliers
• Tire levers
• Wall mount stands
• Desktop computers
• Door mounted stands
• Flexible sheet metals
• Hex tools
• Hexagonal socket sets
• Frame taps
• Floor pumps
• Welding equipment
• Welding rods
• Work lights
• Screw type chain tools
• Repair stand tooling
• Repair stand backsplash
• Check stands
• Shop repair stands
• Stepladders
• Straight blade screwdrivers
• Threadless nut setters
• Tool boxes
• Wheel building equipment

Benefits

• Common Questions
• What is the education required for this position?
• At least a high school diploma or equivalent
• What does this position pay?
• This Bicycle Technician role pays $15 to $25/Hr.
• Is this full-time or part-time?
• This job is Full Time.
• Where is Richardson Bike Mart located?
• Richardson Bike Mart is located at 16702 Hollyhock Road, Frisco, TX