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Pedal & Spoke Ltd

Bike Mechanic / Bicycle Repair Technician - Full Time

Pedal & Spoke Ltd, North Aurora, Illinois, United States, 60542

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Bike Mechanic / Bicycle Repair Technician - Full Time Pedal & Spoke Ltd•North Aurora, IL, US

Job Description Hiring an experienced Bike Technician. A passion for cycling, knowledge of bicycle mechanics and bicycle parts, and a proactive and problem‑solving attitude are qualities at the top of our list!

Summary In this job, you will

Assemble and prepare bikes for sale.

Perform a variety of service functions on new and used bikes.

Provide one of a kind customer service through direct and detailed interaction with customers.

You are

Dependable

People-oriented

Adaptable

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Positive

Problem solver

Repair experience preferred. Riders and enthusiasts preferred. Open to all ages and levels of experience.

Duties Duties include, but are not limited to:

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.

Meet or exceed shop production standards.

Complete paperwork accurately and fully (record parts used, work performed, detail of torque tolerance and standard procedures; complete pricing of job ticket) and process to next status or location.

Record and report any deficiencies not addressed by the repair work being done to the customer and/or the appropriate leader.

Assist the customer in the sale or repair process by sharing product and technical knowledge as appropriate.

Operate the cash register as necessary.

Report or record replacement parts inventory and supply shortages to the General Manager. Maintain shop cleanliness, including the 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.

Be able to perform suspension repair or be willing to learn how to.

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.

Build wheels by cutting and threading new spokes.

Explain technical product or service information to customers.

Sell products or services.

Perform basic equipment maintenance.

Order materials, supplies, or equipment.

Assemble mechanical components or machine parts.

Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.

Repair tires.

Other duties as needed/ assigned.

Requirements Requirements include, but are not limited to:

Experience preferred working as a technician/mechanic in a bike shop.

Previous bike assembly experience or equivalent preferred.

Interest in working in a team environment, committed to providing excellent sales and service experience while increasing sales through service.

STRONG attention to detail.

Ability to maintain open and positive relations with employees and customers.

Interest in developing own skills and knowledge.

Availability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including evenings and weekends.

Ability to periodically lift 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves Preferred candidates will have knowledge and experience in any or all of the following systems and tools:

Adjustable hand wrenches

Bench mount stands, wall mount stands

Bike cable cutters

Box end spanners

Cable cutters

Cable stretchers

Cassette lock ring tools

Chain checkers

Chain cleaner brushes

Chainring nut wrenches

Compact scissors

Component cleaning brushes

Cone wrench sets

Crank bolt wrenches

Crank pullers

Crown race setters

Derailleur hanger alignment gauges

Desktop computers

Floor pumps

Folding hex wrench sets

Frame taps

Handlebar holders

Hex tools

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

Personal computers

Phillips head screwdrivers

Point of sale terminals

Portable repair stands

Precision spoke wrenches

Screw type chain tools

Shop repair stands

Side cutter pliers

Spoke gauges

Sprocket removers

Straight-blade screwdrivers

Threadless nut setters

Three-way hex wrenches

Tire levers

Web browser software

Wheel truing stands

Benefits A competitive pay including store discount and flexible scheduling is available to all associates.

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