Bike Mechanic (2025 Season) Bryson City, NC, US YesterdaySeasonal Employee Position Available In Swain, North Carolina

Bike Mechanic (2025 Season)
Seasonal Employee
Bryson City, NC, US
Yesterday

Requisition ID:

2041

Salary Range:

$14.00 To $14.00 Hourly
For 53 years NOC has led the outdoor industry, taking more guests whitewater rafting and teaching more paddlers than any other outdoor recreation company. NOC also provides top-quality aerial and trail-based adventures, wilderness medicine as well as unmatched retail service, foodservice, lodging, and trip planning services. NOC career opportunities offer a rare combination of work in beautiful locations, a chance to grow skills and to share a passion for active outdoor recreation.

JOB SUMMARY

The Bike Mechanic will oversee the repair and maintenance of NOC’s Specialized Mountain Bike rental fleet. The Bike Mechanic will also be responsible for communicating supply needs with the Bike Program Assistant Manager to ensure smooth operations are met. Many of NOC’s Bike Mechanics will have the ability to lead guided bike trips as business needs demand. Bike Mechanics will have the option to cross-train in other adventure activities as well. Bike Mechanic applicants must be at least 18 years of age prior to their start date. Requirements
Repairing a variety of mountain bikes and assembling new bikes as well as daily maintenance and cleaning of rental bike fleet.
Communicate supplies needed to maintain the rental fleet in a timely fashion to the Bike Programs Assistant Manager. Assisting guests with technical questions regarding the appropriate bike, equipment, gear and fit
Promoting the adventures that NOC has to offer, and providing local area information, especially local trails and directions
Assisting other Adventure Center operations as needed, including helping with customer service for zip line, lake tour, and rafting guests
Other tasks, such as driving vehicles, repair and maintenance of gear or facilities, guest reservations and check-in, bike tour guiding, or assisting other NOC departments, as qualified and as assigned
Fill the bike guide role as necessary
Assist in maintenance of the Flint Ridge trail system
Qualifications Required
Basic First Aid and CPR or higher medical certification
Prior biking experience
Ability to sustain productive work with little supervision
A love for the outdoors and an enjoyment for mountain biking
Ability to speak clearly and concisely
Capable of providing an excellent guest experience
Effective at communicating with coworkers
Willing to take ownership
Comfortable working in a teamwork-based environment
Able to take direction well and exhibit good judgment
Preferred
Valid driver’s license and a clean motor vehicle record
Preferably 21 years of age or older
Comfortable driving a 15 person van on steep and winding mountain roads and in some instances with a trailer
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Ability to move and lift up to 30lbs repeatedly
Comfortable leading mountain bike trips
Able to ride at least 5 miles on mild to strenuous terrain
Comfortable working alone in a fairly remote location
Comfortable working in various climates (heat, cold, wind, rain)
Ability to bend, stoop, twist
The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to provide a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change, so too may the essential functions of this position.
Please note that as an employer with over 100 employees, NOC will be required to comply with any OSHA Vaccination and Testing Emergency Temporary Standard should that standard be enacted. The Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any and all terms, conditions or privileges of employment including hiring, promotions, termination, training and compensation. The NOC does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic condition or any other status protected by federal, state or local law, where applicable. Furthermore, the NOC is committed to a work environment free of discrimination and harassment through respecting and valuing the diversity among employees and all those with whom the NOC does business.