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Bicycle Mechanic/Sales Assistant
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- Employer
- John Woods Cycle Repair Centre
- Job reference
- 35687Emp
- Location
- Bristol, City of Bristol
- Salary range
- Dependent on Experience
- Job added
- 3 September 26
- Final date for applications
- n/a
Job Description
About Us
John Wood’s Cycle Repair Centre is one of Bristol’s oldest and most established independent bike shops, with a long-standing reputation for honest advice, quality workmanship and great customer service.
We’re a busy, well-equipped workshop working on everything from everyday commuter bikes and family bikes through to high-end road, gravel, mountain and e-bikes. We stock some of the best brands in the industry and take pride in providing a high standard of work to match.
We’re looking for an experienced Bicycle Mechanic to join our friendly and knowledgeable team.
The Role
Working alongside our experienced mechanics, you’ll be carrying out a wide range of workshop duties, including:
- Full bike servicing and safety checks
- Repairs, maintenance and fault finding
- Gear and brake adjustment
- Hydraulic brake servicing
- Drivetrain replacement and setup
- Wheel building, truing and repairs
- Headset, bottom bracket and bearing replacement
- Suspension servicing and maintenance
- E-bike diagnostics and servicing where appropriate
- Building and preparing new bikes
- Providing professional advice to customers when required
No two days are quite the same, and the role will suit someone who enjoys working on a variety of bikes and solving mechanical problems.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience working in the bicycle industry
- Has a good understanding of modern bicycle technology
- Takes pride in producing high-quality work
- Is confident diagnosing and solving mechanical problems
- Can work efficiently in a busy workshop
- Has good attention to detail and a methodical approach
- Is comfortable working independently as well as part of a team
- Has a friendly, approachable attitude
- Understands the importance of good customer service
Industry qualifications are desirable but practical experience and a genuine passion for bikes are more important to us.
What We Offer
- A friendly, supportive working environment
- The opportunity to work alongside experienced mechanics
- A varied workload across a wide range of bikes and disciplines
- A well-equipped professional workshop
- Staff discounts
- Opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge
- The chance to become part of a well-established independent bike shop with a strong reputation in Bristol
If you’re an experienced mechanic looking for a new challenge and would like to join a busy, friendly independent bike shop, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV and a brief introduction telling us a little about yourself.
Skills/Experience Required
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience working in the bicycle industry
- Has a good understanding of modern bicycle technology
- Takes pride in producing high-quality work
- Is confident diagnosing and solving mechanical problems
- Can work efficiently in a busy workshop
- Has good attention to detail and a methodical approach
- Is comfortable working independently as well as part of a team
- Has a friendly, approachable attitude
- Understands the importance of good customer service
Industry qualifications are desirable but practical experience and a genuine passion for bikes are more important to us.