Job Details

Bicycle Mechanic

Position Number: 6312295
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Vocational & Technical - Other

Bicycle Mechanic

Job Summary

Services bicycles in the Campus Bike shop for staff, students, and departments of the University of Utah. Maintains schedule and record of bicycle maintenance, requests parts and materials for job duties as needed.

The question below: "How many years experience do you have in the trade(s) specified in the job posting?" should be answered using the number of years you have any bicycle maintenance experience.

Responsibilities
Knowledge of national, state and local building codes/standards as well as the ability to read wiring diagrams will not be required.

1. Maintain high level of customer service and professional attitude
2. Repair, examine, and service components of bicycles
a. Assembling/disassembling bicycle
b. Wheel truing basics
c. Crank arm/ bottom bracket replacement
d. Change derailleurs
e. Headset overhaul
f. Changing brakes, brake levers and shifter levers
g. Changing all kinds of cables
h. Limit screws adjustment (both derailleurs)
i. Center brakes & disc brakes
j. Chain check, replacement
k. Basic hydraulic maintenance understanding
3. Refurbish bicycles for sale
4. Maintain inventory of workshop
5. Clean and organize workshop
6. Maintain schedule, coordinate delay's and changes through calendar
7. May set up, take down, or assist with special event parking.

The incumbent may be required to work overtime hours during the evening, weekends and holidays as required. They must wear appropriate clothing or uniform, and be able to withstand a high stress environment.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Minimum Qualifications
Four years relevant work experience in the applicable trades areas or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); demonstrated knowledge of national, state and local building codes and standards; ability to read wiring diagrams, blueprints, and be able to make mechanical sketches and drawings; and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills required. Requires lifting and transporting heavy objects. A valid Utah Driver's license may be required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences
Two years related bicycle mechanic experience, or equivalency.

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN15975N
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Work Schedule Summary: 19 hours per week or less during the hours of: M, W 8-4pm and Friday 11a-4p with ability to change each semester.
Department: 00450 - Commuter Services - Operations
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $19.00/h
Close Date: 9/19/2025
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/184169