Job: Full Time Bike Share Position – Holy Spokes

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Job Title

Full Time Bike Share Position

Company / Organization

Holy Spokes

Job Description

Holy Spokes operates a 400 bike campus bike share system on a corporate campus in Beaverton. We are seeking a reliable, self-motivated individual to help with day to day operation of the system.
Duties include basic maintenance, rebalancing / relocating bikes, and more intensive repairs. Driver’s license and clean driving history required.
Bike mechanic experience preferred but not required – we can train the right person.
Full time position has fairly flexible hours.
Starting rate is $17-19 per hour.

How to Apply

Email resume and a brief introduction to info@holyspokespdx.com

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(Photo: Golden Pliers)

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north portland bike ride
north portland bike ride
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