Salary, Job Description, How To Become One, and Quiz
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Bicycle Repairers
Bicycle Repairers repair and service bicycles.
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What they do
Bicycle Repairers repair and service bicycles.
- Install and adjust brakes and brake pads.
- Help customers select bicycles that fit their body sizes and intended bicycle uses.
- Align wheels.
- Assemble new bicycles.
Typical day
On a daily basis, Bicycle Repairers install and adjust speed and gear mechanisms. They clean and lubricate bicycle parts.
A typical day for a Bicycle Repairer will also include:
- Install new tires and tubes.
- Align wheels.
- Order bicycle parts.
- Assemble new bicycles.
- Install and adjust brakes and brake pads.
Other responsibilities
Besides their typical day, Bicycle Repairers also disassemble axles to repair, adjust, and replace defective parts, using hand tools. They may also order bicycle parts.
On a weekly to monthly basis, Bicycle Repairers install, repair, and replace equipment or accessories, such as handlebars, stands, lights, and seats. They might also repair holes in tire tubes, using scrapers and patches.
In addition, they align wheels.
Although specific duties may vary, many of them shape replacement parts, using bench grinders.
To some Bicycle Repairers, it is also their responsibility to assemble new bicycles.
What is the job like
Job satisfaction
Is this job meaningful
67% said they were satisfied with their job and 52% said they found their job meaningful.
My name is Patricia Johnson, I worked as a bicycle technician in a bicycle repair shop for three months about four years ago.
I started my position in May, so things were pretty busy with all manner of jobs since summer is the ultimate biking season. My duties were primarily simple stuff: changing tires, basic maintenance checks (brakes, lubing chains, adjusting shifting). Occasionally I’d get a customer who only wanted one specific part of the bike looked at, which usually meant quick work – but a full inspection could take up to an hour or longer depending on the condition of the bike.
Pros
The pros of working as a Bike Technician were the sweet deals I got on services and repairs for my own bikes, and how friendly everyone at the shop was. We’d go out for bi-weekly rides together, and almost all the staff would take part including the manager. I also learned invaluable skills to maintain my own bikes correctly and safely.
Cons
The cons were dealing with customers who could be incredibly rude or dismissive or ignored the importance of basic bike maintenance (like checking cleat wear in the tires) which are crucial for safety. Thankfully, these types of customers were few and far between!
Pros
Suitable for people who like practical and hands-on work.
Suitable for people who want independence and like to work on their own and make decisions.
This career is perfect for people who love to work indoors.
It is easy to get into this career. Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for this career.
Cons
Not suitable for people who like to help and teach others.
One of the lowest paying jobs.
Long working hours (More than 40 hours per week).
How much do they make
Average salary
Average hourly wage
Entry-level Bicycle Repairers with little to no experience can expect to make anywhere between $23,740 to $27,490 per year or $11 to $13 per hour.
| Salary by experience | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| Highest (Top 10%) | $46,240 | $22 |
| Senior (Top 25%) | $38,790 | $19 |
| Median | $32,630 | $16 |
| Junior (Bottom 25%) | $27,490 | $13 |
| No experience (Bottom 10%) | $23,740 | $11 |
This table shows the top 10 highest paying industries for Bicycle Repairers based on their average annual salary.
| Salary by industry | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Household Goods Repair and Maintenance | $43130 | $20.73 |
| Rental and Leasing Services | $37990 | $18.27 |
| Other Motor Vehicle Dealers | $37460 | $18.01 |
| Electronic Shopping and Mail-Order Houses | $36710 | $17.65 |
| Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods | $36190 | $17.40 |
| Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing | $35120 | $16.89 |
| Sporting Goods, Hobby, and Musical Instrument Stores | $32310 | $15.53 |
| Other Amusement and Recreation Industries | $31860 | $15.32 |
| Civic and Social Organizations | $30550 | $14.69 |
| Individual and Family Services | $29280 | $14.08 |
View more salary by industries here.
Where can they work
Where can Bicycle Repairers work? Here is a table showing the top 10 largest employers of Bicycle Repairers including the average salary in that industry.
| Employers | Total Employed | Annual Salary | Hourly Wages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sporting Goods, Hobby, and Musical Instrument Stores | 8630 | $32310 | $15.53 |
| Rental and Leasing Services | 450 | $37990 | $18.27 |
| Personal and Household Goods Repair and Maintenance | 430 | $43130 | $20.73 |
| Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods | 140 | $36190 | $17.40 |
| Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing | 70 | $35120 | $16.89 |
| Electronic Shopping and Mail-Order Houses | 60 | $36710 | $17.65 |
| Individual and Family Services | 40 | $29280 | $14.08 |
| Civic and Social Organizations | 40 | $30550 | $14.69 |
| Other Motor Vehicle Dealers | $37460 | $18.01 | |
| Other Amusement and Recreation Industries | $31860 | $15.32 |
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What is the work day like
Working hours
Working schedule
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Telephone
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Group discussions
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Public speaking
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Level of competition
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What is the work environment like
Office-style environment
Indoors in an environmentally controlled condition
Warehouse-style environment
Indoors in a non-controlled environmental condition such as a warehouse
Outdoors
Outdoors exposed to all weather conditions
Outdoors – Under Cover
Outdoors but under cover (e.g. structure with roof but no walls)
How to become one
Difficulty to become one
Required level of education
What level of education do you need to perform the job?
Relevant majors
Bicycle Mechanics and Repair Technology
Relevant work experience
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On The Job Training
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Should you become one
Best personality type for this career
People with this personality type likes practical and hands-on work. They prefer working with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery.
People with The Builder personality type likes practical and hands-on work. They prefer working with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery.
People with The Thinker personality likes to work with ideas that require an extensive amount of thinking. They prefer work that requires them to solve problems mentally.
People with The Artist personality likes to work with designs and patterns. They prefer activities that require self-expression and prefer work that can be done without following a clear set of rules.
People with The Helper personality type likes to work with people and in teams. They prefer work that allows them to build relationships with others.
People with The Leader personality likes to start and work on projects. They also like leading people and making many decisions.
People with The Organizer personality type likes to follow set procedures and routines. They prefer working with data and details more than with ideas.
You can read more about these career personality types here.
People who are suitable for this job tend to like work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They like working with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery.
They also like following set procedures and routines. They like working with data and details more than with ideas.
Take this quiz to see if this is the right career for you.
Work Values
Which values are the most important to a person’s satisfaction for this job?
You are someone who is results oriented. You prefer work that allows you to utilize your skills and abilities while at the same time giving you a sense of accomplishment.
You are someone who values job security, steady employment, and good working conditions. You also prefer work that keeps you busy all the time with something different to do every day.
You are someone who values job advancement and leadership roles. You prefer work that receives recognition for the work you do and jobs that are looked up to by others in the company and your community.
You are someone who likes to provide a service to others. You prefer a work environment where you can work with your co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment.
You are someone who values a company that stands behind their employees. You prefer a work environment where everyone is treated fairly and is being supported by the company.
You are someone who likes to work on your own and make your own decisions. You prefer work that requires little supervision and are allowed to try out your own ideas.
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