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This post is part of our SW Portland Week.
Interstate Avenue owes its bike lanes to the Yellow Line MAX. The new Tilikum Crossing wouldn’t be standing without the Orange Line.
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Job Title
Account Service Representative
Company/Organization
Chris King Precision Components
Job Description
Chris King Precision Components™, manufacturer of bicycle components and Cielo Cycles, is seeking qualified applicants for a Account Service Representative position in dealer sales.
This position provides customer service to dealers within a predetermined region and/or dealer type through regular inbound and outbound telephone and email communication. Reaches out to all dealers as assigned in an effort to nurture relations and, thereby, increase sales. Processes orders through data entry and inventory tracking procedures.
Must have a proven track record of 2+ years of delivering superior customer experience, through utilization of product technical knowledge and inventory systems. Must be well versed in discussing product installation, routine maintenance and some technical problem solving. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Bicycle industry experience is not necessary but personal excitement, experience and passion about bicycles is.
How to Apply
Please furnish letter of interest & resume by e-mail to human.resources@chrisking.com (No attachments accepted). A drug free environment & EOE. Visit our website at www.chrisking.com.
As promised last month, all this week, Michael Andersen and I will be working and riding in Southwest Portland. The goal is to gain a better understanding of that part of our city (its people and places), and share what we learn and see with all of you.
The weather, topography, and distance from both of our houses (I live in north Portland, Michael lives in northeast) will make things a bit more challenging, but that’s all part of the experience.
Job Title
Bike Shop Retail Coordinator
Company/Organization
Bike Works Seattle
Job Description
Shop Retail Coordinator
Bike Works, the Seattle bike education and community-focused non-profit, is hiring a Shop Retail Coordinator in our community bike shop. The position is part-time (24-30 hours / week, depending on season), paid hourly. The position starts April 1, 2015.
Position Summary: The Shop Retail Coordinator is responsible for customer service, retail inventory management, and merchandising within our earned-income bike shop. Duties include sales, receiving and pricing orders, and maintaining accessible, organized retail displays. Secondarily, the Shop Retail Coordinator will support shop operations by providing mechanical repair services.
Start Date: April 1, 2015
Classification: Part-time, non-exempt, 24-30 hours / week, depending on season
Reports to: Shop Director
Primary Responsibilities:
Deliver professional, accessible, and helpful customer service to a diverse customer base (30%)
• Assist customers in purchasing a bike, helping them find the size and style they need, within their price range
• Help customers choose bike parts and accessories to purchase
• Operate point of sale software and cash register to cash out customers
• Act as public face of Bike Works, providing general information about our organization and program offerings
• Diagnose repair and maintenance work needed on customer bikes
Manage retail shop inventory of new bike parts and accessories (30%)
• Receive, unpack, price, and sort shipments of parts and accessories for the bike shop
• Create and maintain inventory management systems to ensure appropriate quantities and organization of inventory
• Create and maintain sales displays for bikes, parts, and accessories, keeping ample stock displayed
• Populate wholesale parts and accessory orders to reflect purchasing needs
• Perform periodic physical inventory counts
Provide mechanical support in bike shop (15%)
• Diagnose and process bikes dropped off for service at shop
• Adhere to service writing process, seeking to provide value to customer through repair instructions written for mechanic
• Perform bike repairs as needed
Support daily bike shop operations (15%)
• Open and close bike shop
• Answer phone calls and respond to voice messages
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Assist with processing donated bikes, parts, and accessories as needed
• Assist with the recycling of bicycle bi-products and shop materials as needed
• Assist with inventory upkeep and yearly inventory reporting
• Work to create and maintain an environment in our bike shop where youth and adults feel safe, supported, and respected
Participate in organization-wide events, meetings, and staff development processes. (10%)
• Attend staff-wide and departmental meetings and trainings as scheduled
• Attend our Annual Fundraising Auction and participate in other fundraising initiatives
Required Qualifications and Desired Skills
• Retail experience with strong customer service and communication skills
• Strong foundational knowledge of bicycles, bike parts, accessories, and apparel
• Knowledge of bike mechanics
• Mechanical and sales experience in a bike shop is preferred
• Ability to work professionally and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Proficiency with technology including point of sale software, online ordering platforms, Microsoft Office, social media, and databases
• Hard-working, optimistic and enthusiastic demeanor that takes initiative and possesses a high tolerance for ambiguity.
• Ability to work well independently and execute projects with minimal supervision, as well as a collaboratively.
• Experience with, and understanding of, diverse South Seattle communities
• Commitment to environmental stewardship, social justice, and youth development.
• Passion for the mission, vision, and values of Bike Works
Job Location & Schedule
Typical hours for this part-time position are between 10am and 6:30pm, or 10:30am and 7pm, and will include weekends. This job is primarily based in our earned-income bike shop, at 3709 S Ferdinand St., Seattle, WA 98118. Occasional evening events will be required.
Compensation
$14-15 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications, paid hourly
Conditions of Employment
Bike Works is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse and talented staff. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, Bike Works does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or marital status. Candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Please submit a resume and cover letter, including names, email addresses and phone numbers of three professional references to steve@bikeworks.org. Applications received by February 26, 2015 will receive priority consideration.
Welcome to the first day of BikePortland’s first Southwest Portland Week! All this week, Jonathan and I will be reporting (and usually writing) from west of the hills, sharing the stories of biking here.
But while we get things rolling, we’ll start, as always, with a roundup of great bike links from around the world that caught our eyes this week.
Stress maps: A bike helmet set up to monitor brainwaves for signs of stress has created a unique bike map of Manhattan.
Bike-thief knife attack: A Southeast Portland man was disemboweled by a would-be bike thief at his home last June, he testified last week in Multnomah County Circuit Court.
Good bike parking: it’s not that hard but it’s not that common, at least in North America. Except in Portland, where we really do know how it’s done.
The explanations don’t get any shorter and sweeter than this one from BikePortland reader Jessica Roberts, who shared it beneath our story Tuesday about the city enforcing its bike parking code on a North Portland Home Depot in response to a resident’s complaint. (As we wrote, anybody can report potentially out-of-compliance bike parking in Portland by calling (503) 823-CODE (2633) or using the BDS online form.)
Here’s Roberts’ simple definition, plus a couple examples of rack designs that don’t cut it:
2015 is shaping up to be a great year for off-road cycling in Portland.
We have just learned that the PP&R requested budget for 2015/2016 (PDF) includes $350,000 for an “Off-Road Cycling Master Plan.”
This is nothing short of huge news for mountain biking advocates in Portland who see the lack of such a plan as the last remaining hurdle to more local trails, building more pump tracks, and so on. Parks Commissioner Amanda Fritz called for the plan one year ago and just last November the NW Trail Alliance started an online petition to persuade Parks to fund it.
Why does Portland require every new house to have a driveway big enough to fit two cars?
Why do we forbid most lots from having two separate dwelling structures unless one is 25 percent smaller than the other and has a roof with an identical slope?
Why do we ban second kitchens within a single home unless the owner essentially pinky-swears that only one household will be living in the building?
In a city where a chronic shortage of housing in walkable and bikeable areas has driven prices up and up, driving major changes in the culture, these aren’t trivial questions.
The most familiar answer to all of them is one of the most-used words in urban zoning: “compatibility.” But what exactly does that mean?
Welcome to your menu of weekend rides and events, lovingly brought to you by our friends at Hopworks Urban Brewery.
Once again it looks like the “Worst Day” ride will have pretty OK weather — but at least there’s no risk of cancellation like last year! There are some great rides this weekend, no matter if you want to get zany or dirty, or just ride fast on beautiful country roads.
Have a great weekend!
Stub Stewart Park Freeride Trail Work Party – 8:45 am at Park Welcome Center Parking Lot
Join the NW Trail Alliance for this great volunteer opportunity. They’ll supply you with tools and instruction so you can help maintain and shape one of the areas best mountain biking areas. Learn more here.
We’ve had two great job opportunities listed this week. Check them out via the links below…
Job Title
Mechanic / Sales
Company/Organization
Allegro Cyclery
Job Description
Allegro Cyclery, a full service bicycle shop located in Walla Walla Washington is looking for an experienced mechanic / sales person. This is a full time position that includes Saturday’s; heavy emphasis on road riding with a strong presence of cx and mtb riding. Women and others under-represented in the cycling industry are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Please email Michael Austin at mike@allegrocyclery.com, with your resume and/or questions about this position. Position needs to be filled by March 1st, 2015.
