Occupation Details
Bicycle Repairers
Repair and service bicycles.
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Realistic
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Conventional
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Work Values
Achievement
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Support
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
Independence
Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
Salary & Job Outlook
Starting Salary
$32,310.00
New York StateMedian Salary
$39,390.00
New York StateExperienced Salary
$45,280.00
New York StateNational Average for Comparison
New York State Job Market Outlook
Jobs Right Now (2018)
470
professionals in NYFuture Job Growth (2030)
550
+8 jobs/yearNew Jobs Every Year
65
new opportunities yearlyGrowth Rate
0.2%
projected increasePreparation: Experience, Training, and Education
The list below outlines the prior educational experience required to perform in this occupation.
Some Training - Certificate or hands-on training
Experience Requirements
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
Education Requirements
These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Training Details
Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Transferrable Skills and Experience
These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include orderlies, counter and rental clerks, customer service representatives, security guards, upholsterers, tellers, and dental laboratory technicians.
School Programs
The following lists school programs which are applicable to this occupation.
Licensing & Certification
State License and Certifications Requirements are not currently associated with this occupation.
Skills
The list below includes the skills required by workers in this occupation; skills are what allow you to learn more quickly and improve your performance.
Repairing
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Troubleshooting
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
Skill level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Knowledge
The list below includes knowledge items, the principles and facts required by this occupation.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Sales and Marketing
Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Knowledge level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Work Environment
The list below includes the physical and social factors that influence the nature of work in this occupation.
Hover over or tap each factor to see its description.
Work Styles
Included in the list below are the personal work style characteristics that can affect how well a worker is likely to perform in this occupation.
Adaptability/Flexibility
Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
Analytical Thinking
Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
Attention to Detail
Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Cooperation
Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Dependability
Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
Independence
Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
Initiative
Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
Self-Control
Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
Social Orientation
Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.
Stress Tolerance
Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
Tools & Technology
This list below describes the machines, equipment, tools, software, and information technology that workers in this occupation will use.
Tools
- Adjustable hand wrenches
- Bench mount stands Wall mount stands
- Bike cable cutters
- Box end spanners
- Cable cutters
- Cable stretchers
- Cassette lock ring tools
- Chain checkers
- Chain cleaner brushes
- Chainring nut wrenches
- Compact scissors
- Component cleaning brushes
- Crank bolt wrenches
- Crank pullers
- Crown race setters
- Derailleur hanger alignment gauges
- Desktop computers
- Floor pumps
- Folding hex wrench sets
- Frame taps
- Handlebar holders
- Hex tools
- Linkage clamps
- Minipumps
- Multipurpose hammers
- Needle nose pliers
- Offset brake wrenches
- Open end wrench sets
- P-handled hex wrenches
- Pedal wrenches
Technology
- Inventory management software
- LightSpeed Cloud
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Upland Consulting Group Repair Traq
Duties
Duties are job behaviors describing activities that occur on multiple jobs. The generalized and detailed work activities described in the list below apply to this occupation.
- adhere to safety procedures
- perform safety inspections in industrial, manufacturing or repair setting
- estimate time or cost for installation, repair, or construction projects
- determine installation, service, or repair needed
- use spray paint equipment
- use hand or power tools
- use acetylene welding/cutting torch
- weld together metal parts, components, or structures
- use arc welding equipment
- repair or install tires
- move or fit heavy objects
- maintain repair records
- identify properties of metals for repair or fabrication activities
- understand service or repair manuals
- understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
- adjust or set mechanical controls or components
- align or adjust clearances of mechanical components or parts
- align or adjust clearances of vehicle body parts or components
- test mechanical products or equipment
- repair or replace malfunctioning or worn mechanical components
- fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand
- read specifications
- read schematics
- read technical drawings
- read work order, instructions, formulas, or processing charts
- use oral or written communication techniques
- use knowledge of metric system
- use knowledge of welding filler rod types
Tasks
The list below outlines specific tasks that a worker in this occupation is called upon to do regularly.
- 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.
- Sell bicycles and accessories.
- Install, repair, and replace equipment or accessories, such as handlebars, stands, lights, and seats.
- Install new tires and tubes.
- Install and adjust speed and gear mechanisms.
- Clean and lubricate bicycle parts.
- Order bicycle parts.
- Disassemble axles to repair, adjust, and replace defective parts, using hand tools.
- Paint bicycle frames, using spray guns or brushes.
- Build wheels by cutting and threading new spokes.
- Shape replacement parts, using bench grinders.
- Repair holes in tire tubes, using scrapers and patches.
- Weld broken or cracked frames together, using oxyacetylene torches and welding rods.