Job: Bike Hub Mechanic – Portland State University

Job Title

Bike Hub Mechanic

Company / Organization

Portland State University

Job Description

Portland State University is hiring a Bike Hub Mechanic to facilitate operations for the service department at the PSU Bike Hub. This position assists with training and supervision of approximately 10-15 student staff, particularly in regard to mechanical skill and instruction. Teaching and assisting with classes and repair instruction is conducted in a group setting.

The Bike Hub mechanic also performs pay-for-service repairs on bicycles, and assists with ordering and processing receipt of equipment and repair supplies needed to operate the service department. This position serves as a backup for all student positions associated with sales/cashiering and mechanical instruction for Bike Hub members. They assume responsibility for service, sales and exceptional customer relations.

The preferred candidate for this position will streamline and innovate the service department work flow while maintaining a high level of customer service.

Schedule is generally Monday-Friday during normal business hours, however, it may vary to accommodate events and programs in the evenings and weekends.

The starting hourly salary rate for this position will be between $15.49 and $17.53 (plus a recruitment and retention bonus equivalent to 10% of base salary). The starting salary may be negotiable above this range, however it will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.

PSU’s excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities. Please visit the total compensation calculator website to see the added value of PSU’s employee benefits at: https://www.pdx.edu/hr/psu-total-compensation-calculator
Portland State University (PSU) is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

At Transportation and Parking Services, our goal is to provide transportation options and associated services to students, faculty, staff, and guests of the university. We emphasize service and assistance while maintaining safe, convenient and sustainable commute options for the PSU community. For more information, click here to visit the department’s website.