Sorry folks, this job has been filled. Job Title Production Frame Welder Company/Organization Zen Bicycle Fabrication Job Description Zen Bicycle Fabrication, an OEM bicycle frame production facility located in North Portland, has an immediate opening for an experienced production frame welder/fabricator. High quality aluminum TIG welding is our specialty; experience with other metals is a … Read more
Who is this mystery rider inProspect Park West?(Photo: @PSteely) Here’s the news and other cool stuff that we can came across this past week… – The National Bike Summit kicks off Tuesday night! Over 800 attendees are expected. Our very own Jonathan Maus will be there, so keep it tuned right here for photos and … Read more
Bike sharing is heating up around the world as summer approaches.(Photo: Will Vanlue/BikePortland) Here’s the news and other cool stuff that caught our eyes this past week… – Metro council candidate Bob Stacey says Oregon is “banking a lot on technology” and fuel-efficient cars to meet its greenhouse gas emission targets; but Slate warns that … Read more
Just one job posted this week; but it’s a good one! A great opportunity to work at one of Portland’s coolest neighborhood bike shops. Check out the details in the link below… Store Manager/Mechanic — The Bike Commuter
Five way-finding signs will be installed in Tigard along the Fanno Creek Trail.(Map courtesy City of Tigard) Riding a bike on Portland’s streets is made easier by the presence of way-finding signs. Unfortunately once you get off the street and on to a trail you don’t find many (if any) directional signs. That’s especially true … Read more
Knowing where to focus your energy in Washington County can be as tough as navigating the county’s roads on a bicycle.(Photos: Will Vanlue/BikePortland)
Washington County residents write thank-you notes at Billy’s Bar in November.(Photo: Will Vanlue/BikePortland) On March 29th, the Westside Transportation Alliance (WTA) will gather representatives from all over Washington County for a networking night at Billy’s Bar in Beaverton. The event is an effort by the WTA to connect active transportation groups around the westside. In … Read more
Some advocates think focusing on fashion will help increase bicycle use in the US.(Photo: Will Vanlue/BikePortland) Here’s the news and other cool stuff that caught our eyes this past week… – A study from UC Berkeley finds wealthier people tend to act less ethically. After monitoring traffic at an intersection in San Francisco, researchers determined … Read more
This week we had two three great opportunities from local companies posted to our Job Listings. Check out all the details in the links below… Shipping Specialist — Velotech, Inc. Cielo Support, Paint — Chris King Precision Components Graphic Designer — Yakima Products, Inc.
Portland businesses hope to feature their cargo bikes in the Grand Floral Parade.(Photo courtesy Transportland.org) A fledgling local group that has come together to promote cargo bikes is working hard to nab a spot in the upcoming Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade.
Job Title Cielo Support, Paint Company/Organization Chris King Precision Components Job Description Chris King Precision Components, Manufacturer of precision bicycle components, is seeking qualified applicants for a part time support position in our paint department. The Cielo Support, Paint role will be responsible for pre and post paint prep work. A successful applicant will be … Read more
THPRD showed four options for the crossing at an open house last September.(Photos: Will Vanlue/BikePortland) On Thursday, the Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District (THPRD) will host another open house to discuss improvements to the intersection of the Fanno Creek Trail and Hall Boulevard. As this project has evolved, the two current options being considered … Read more
Comment of the Week: We need more public restrooms downtown