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Do you like bikes as much as we do? Are you successful in a fast-paced environment? If so, we would love to have you join our team and work in a field where you can live your passion.
Bobcat Bicycles is an independent and locally owned business. Our staff lives and breathes bikes, and with more than 25 years of experience we offer friendly expert advice, no pressure sales, quality service, and professional fittings. We are committed to continued education in the industry and providing the best customer service.
We are passionate about giving back to our community and getting as many kids on bikes as possible giving them a healthy outlet and a fun time. We provide support locally to many different organizations and encourage you to do the same.
We recognize the importance of cultivating a strong team of employees and a positive work environment and are looking for an individualwith at least one year of bike shop experience who would like to become a member of our team. We are currently hiring for afull time position.
You will be responsible for:
Supervising service staff
· Guiding riders through every question, set-up, service, tune, and warranty
· Providing superior mechanical service
· Assembling, repairing, troubleshooting repairs, and performing quality/safety checks for all kinds of bikes
· Utilizing and contributing to our technical knowledge
· Build relationships and trust with customers
· Maintaining stock of the service and sales area
· Completing all paper and computer invoicing associated with repair work.
· Keep the service area clean and professional looking.
· Perform repairs within established time limits.
· Complete sales checks and accessory installs
· Communicate directly with customers concerning necessary or suggested repairs.
· Create work estimates and manage special orders through the entire process
· Help the service team achieve their performance goals
· Becoming an expert in Specialized product lines
· Sales of bicycles, equipment, and apparel
Our ideal Applicant:
· Proven industry experience as a bicycle mechanic (1 to 3 years required)
· Strong knowledge of bicycle systems and components
· Proficient in using diagnostic tools and equipment/mechanical aptitude
· Understanding of suspensions, wheel building, and electric motor systems
· Understanding of hydraulic systems and pressures
· Proficiency with most common industry components like Shimano, SRAM, Fox, RockShox etc
· Experience with analog and electricbike assembly, wheel building/truing, and maintenance - Specialized e-bike maintenance strongly preferred
· Experience with bike suspension servicing
· Excellent problem-solving skills
· Possess a willingness/desire to continually learn proper service methods and new technologies
· Self-motivated, desire to help with any task
· Ability to deliver an extraordinary customer experience
· Must be comfortable with manual labor, including repetitive work, standing, and lifting up to 50lbs regularly
· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills
· Strong organizational skills, time management, excellent attention to detail
· Positive attitude
· Desire to learn/improve
· High school diploma or equivalent
· Valid driver's license
What we offer:
· Fun and positive work environment
· Opportunity for advancement
· Competitive pay
· Job Types: Full-time
· Salary/Pay: Dependent upon experience
Benefits:
Employee discounts
Schedule:
8-hour shift
Days
Tuesday-Saturday
Weekends
Some Holidays
Experience:
Bicycle mechanic/sales: 1-3 years (Required)
Skills:
Mechanic/diagnostic experience
Sales
Customer service
Basic Computer literacy
Bilingual Spanish (desirable but not required)
Typical start time:
9AM
Typical end time:
5PM
Company's website: www.bobcatbicycles.com
Apply on company website: https://www.bobcatbicycles.com/articles/careers-pg182.htm
Company's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/bobcatbicycles
