Bike Mechanic / Bicycle Repair Technician

About This Role

We are seeking an experienced Bike Technician who shares our passion for cycling and is skilled in bicycle mechanics and bicycle parts. To be successful in this role, you'll need a proactive and problem-solving attitude, as well as excellent communication skills to provide top-notch customer service.

What You'll Do

• Applying shop standards in the assembly and repair of bikes and skis across the full product line.
• Evaluating the mechanical condition of the product and estimating the cost of repairs.
• Providing an educated assessment for a bicycle repair for the customer that includes an estimated completion date.
• Maintaining shop cleanliness, including the bench and common workspace.
• Installing and adjusting speed and gear mechanisms.
• Assembling new bicycles.
• Installing, repairing, and replacing equipment or accessories, such as handlebars, stands, lights, and seats.
• Aligning wheels.
• Disassembling axles to repair, adjust, and replace defective parts, using hand tools.
• Being able to perform suspension repair or be willing to learn how to.
• Installing and adjusting brakes and brake pads.
• Helping customers select bicycles that fit their body sizes and intended bicycle uses.
• Selling bicycles and accessories.
• Installing new tires and tubes.
• Cleaning and lubricating bicycle parts.
• Building wheels by cutting and threading new spokes.
• Explaining technical product or service information to customers.
• Selling products or services.
• Performing basic equipment maintenance.
• Ordering materials, supplies, or equipment.
• Assembling mechanical components or machine parts.
• Disassembling equipment for maintenance or repair.
• Repairing tires.
• Other duties as needed/assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to maintain open and positive relations with employees and customers
• Interest in working in a team environment, committed to providing excellent sales and service experience while increasing sales through service
• STRONG attention to detail
• Previous bike assembly experience or equivalent preferred
• Experience preferred working as a technician/ mechanic in a bike shop.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including evenings and weekends
• 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
• Bench mount stands, wall mount stands
• Cassette lock ring tools
• Chain cleaner brushes
• Point of sale terminals
• Needle nose pliers
• Portable repair stands
• Component cleaning brushes
• Chain checkers
• Web browser software
• Offset brake wrenches
• Three-way hex wrenches
• Personal computers
• Folding hex wrench sets
• P-handled hex wrenches
• Wheel truing stands
• Crank bolt wrenches
• Handlebar holders
• Threadless nut setters
• Tire levers
• Spoke gauges
• Hex tools
• Reference software (Bike Repair Pro or equivalent)
• Personalized Computer-based Bike Service Software
• Compact scissors
• Cone wrench sets
• Other tools as deemed necessary and essential
• Vehicle pumps (shop compressor)
• Disinfectants and germicides for cleaning tools
• Microfiber cloth
• Tip & Barrel Drop Pliers Set
• Blow dryer and other necessary hardware
• Crank pullers
• Pedal Powered Software Bicycle Repair Man
• Master point click nodes standard bulb
• Standard pedal wrench set, p-clamp wrench set, full barrel assembly and restoration set, bobbin bar stops. Sid Socket strip methods ensure constant element expansion)
• DR Specialist socket T lock set
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Benefits

Common Questions
What is the education required for this position?
There are no education requirements for this position.
What does this position pay?
This Bike Mechanic / Bicycle Repair Technician role pays $15 to $25/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Pedal & Spoke Ltd located?
Pedal & Spoke Ltd is located at 157 South Lincolnway Street, North Aurora, IL.