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Bikes for all people
Service Technician
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What they do
A Repair or Service Technician services and repairs a wide variety of equipment. Workers may specialize in equipment such as electrical systems, heating systems or industrial machinery, just to name a few, across various industries. May work in a dedicated repair shop or at a customer location. Individual responsibilities depend on the type of equipment and industry the worker specializes in.
$48,700 / year median in Ohio
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Service Technician Bikes for
All People Position Type:
Part-Time Reports To:
Executive Director / Shop Manager Position Summary Bikes for All People is seeking a motivated and dependable Service Technician to join our bike shop team. The Service Technician is responsible for inspecting, repairing, maintaining, and refurbishing bicycles while helping create a welcoming and educational environment for customers, volunteers, and community members. This position is ideal for someone who has strong mechanical skills, enjoys working with bicycles, and wants to use those skills to make cycling more accessible to the community. Key Responsibilities- Diagnose, repair, tune, and maintain bicycles of various types and conditions.
- Perform brake, drivetrain, wheel, tire, headset, bottom bracket, and bearing service.
- Complete bicycle safety inspections and identify necessary repairs.
- Assemble and refurbish donated bicycles for community use and resale.
- Complete service packages and repairs according to shop standards.
- Properly document repairs, parts used, and services performed.
- Maintain an organized, clean, and safe service area.
- Assist customers with basic bicycle maintenance and repair questions.
- Support volunteers and participants by teaching basic bicycle mechanics and safe repair practices.
- Assist with the Wheels of Opportunity workforce-development program by helping participants build hands-on mechanical skills.
- Help evaluate donated bicycles and determine whether they should be repaired, refurbished, used for parts, or recycled.
- Follow all shop safety procedures and properly use shop tools and equipment.
- Work collaboratively with staff and volunteers to support the overall mission of Bikes for All People. Qualifications
- Previous bicycle mechanic or bicycle service experience preferred.
- Strong understanding of bicycle components, systems, and maintenance.
- Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and identify appropriate repairs.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality work.
- Dependable, punctual, and willing to learn.
- Comfortable working with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to communicate mechanical concepts in a clear and respectful manner.
- Ability to safely lift and move bicycles and shop equipment. Preferred Skills
- Experience with wheel truing and wheel building.
- Hydraulic and mechanical brake service experience.
- Drivetrain installation and adjustment.
- Hub, headset, and bottom-bracket service.
- Experience working with e-bikes is a plus.
- Experience teaching or mentoring others is a plus.
- Experience working in a nonprofit, community bike shop, or workforce-development environment is a plus.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to bend, reach, kneel, and work in various positions while servicing bicycles.
- Ability to lift and move bicycles and equipment.
- Ability to safely operate common bicycle-shop tools.