- pbourke2
Bike mechanic - Melbourne
A great opportunity exists for a Full Time Bike Mechanic to bring their experience and make their mark in a well established bike shop in Melbourne's North.
Cycle House has been in operation now for 12 years and has a great community of cyclist and loyal customers. Leading brands such as Cervelo, Giant, Cannondale and Focus.
Under new ownership and with a heightened focus in building the service department of the shop. This is a great opportunity for someone to come in and shape the future of the business.
Extremely competitive salary on offer for the right candidate
Primary Purpose:
To effectively manage the servicing of all bike servicing and repair requirements within the shop
Ordering workshop necessities i.e, parts, accessories, and lubricants
Work in conjunction with team members to assess bikes coming in to shop for repair or service and provide relevant quote
Communicating with customers and parts suppliers
High end bike building including custom work
Assisting in processing warranties where needed
Help in building a new structure and process for the service department
Drive a positive profile for the shop in the area of service
Required Skills & Experience
Qualifications:
Minimum of 3-5 years in similar role
Trade qualification also favorable
Current drivers licence
Experience:
Previous retail experience as a bike mechanic
Up to date with current bike technology - Electronic gearing, E-Bikes etc
Experience on shop floor in sales capacity a bonus
Dealing with suppliers and manufacturers
Preferably someone that rides one or all; Road, Gravel or Mountain bike
Skills:
Technical and product knowledge relating to trade
Ability to multitask and re-prioritise day to day tasks within a dynamic fast paced retail environment
Effective time management skills
Previous retail and/or sales experience a bonus
Ability to work autonomously
Problem solver if faced with challenges
Training:
Ongoing short courses to keep up to date with new technology
Equipment used:
Tools of the trade provided