Seasonal Shop Technician - Boulder BCycle

Title: Seasonal Technician 

Reports To: Bike Shop Manager

Location: Boulder, CO

Job Type: Full-time, Seasonal position, Non-exempt, 32 hours per week

Founded in 2014, Bicycle Transit Systems (BTS) is a woman-owned business with a mission to operate bike share systems that create connections in our communities and protect our planet. We operate and manage a portfolio of bike share systems across the United States, as well as a nation-wide customer service call center. We are currently looking for a dedicated Technician to join our team!

The Shop Technician position is responsible for assisting in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of the Boulder BCycle bike share fleet. Reporting to the Shop Manager, the Shop Technician will complete safety inspections and repairs on bicycles in the shop and the field, as well as assist with battery swapping, bike assembly, and other operational work as needed. This position will entail primarily indoor work, though outdoor work is possible, with high exposure to the public and potentially inclement weather. Strong mechanical aptitude is a must, and bike repair experience is preferred. Shop Technicians will receive training on the specific maintenance requirements of the bicycles; however, experience working in mechanically and technically minded environments is desired. A strong candidate will support Bike Transit’s commitment to a strong and positive workplace culture.    

A few of the benefits we offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Affordable medical, dental and vision insurance options
• 4-day workweek

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Work under the guidance of the Shop Manager and Operations Manager.
• Perform safety checks and repairs in the shop and field.
• Repair bike as needed to company specifications.
• Diagnose E-bike issues using various tools.
• Follow inventory management procedures for bike parts and tools.
• Perform in field repairs on occasion.
• Perform basic repairs and maintenance on cargo bikes when necessary.
• Handle public interactions in the field in a friendly and professional manner.
• Must diligently maintain accurate service records for all repairs completed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Requires High school diploma or GED
• Experience cycling in an urban environment, in all weather conditions, desired.
• Proven technical and mechanical aptitude, innovation and critical thinking.
• Ability and willingness to follow shop procedures for repairs and record-keeping.
• Proficiency with computers and ability to learn new software.
• Highly organized.
• Excitement, interest in bike share, and sense of humor a must!

Physical Requirements and Special Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Requires frequent and repetitive bending, stooping, and lifting materials that weigh up to 65 pounds.
• May requires warehouse and light office work when necessary.
• This is a full-time, seasonal position expected to work 32 hours per week (4 days per week, 8 hours per day), with nights and weekends hours required.
• This role requires the ability to speak clearly so listeners can understand, understand the speech of another person, see details of objects that are less than a few feet away, stand or sit for several hours straight at a time.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D