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The weekend is near and we hope you have a chance to escape and enjoy the pleasures of a bicycle ride. If so, here are some suggestions of things to do…
You’ve heard of rails-to-trails, how about rails-to-cycle-track?
That’s what in store for a defunct railroad bed on a 0.6 mile section of NW Nicolai Street that’s been paved over in the northwest industrial area. The Portland Bureau of Transportation plans to add some markings and a few other finishing touches to make this a two-way bikeway between Highway 30 and NW Wardway. It’s one of 18 projects that will be built will receive funding in the coming year thanks to $2,085,000 set aside for small-scale projects identified through programs in the city’s Transportation System Plan (TSP).
Experience Bike Mechanics needed
Bike Gallery – Westmoreland store
The Bike Gallery is now hiring for experienced bike mechanics and bike builders. We have both FT & PT positions available.
Service technicians must be highly skilled in the maintenance and repair of a wide variety of bicycle makes, models, and component parts. It is also an expectation that service technicians will keep current with new technology and changes in equipment design. Must have 2 years experience & UBI certification.
Other Qualifications:
– strong customer service skills
– ability to work as a part of a team
– positive attitude and willingness to work hard
Permanent full-time employees are offered a full benefit package that includes medical/dental/vision insurance & 401(k) with a match as well as Aflac and Flex spending accounts.
Send Resume to Sterlinghill@bikegallery.com
This post was submitted by BikePortland subscriber Tom Howe.
Everyone who regularly visits BikePortland knows its value as a source for bicycle-related news in the Portland area. I can’t count the number of things I never would have heard about if not for visiting this site a few times a week. But something that’s easy to overlook is the value of BikePortland as a research tool for bike news that has taken place in the past.
Jonathan has been at this for over 13 years now, so learning about or reviewing anything that has happened since 2005 is as easy as typing a search into the box under the magnifying glass at the top of any page on the site*.
This value was really driven home to me recently when I came to the site looking for some historical information. Not only did I find what I was looking for, but I learned a lot more about a past bike controversy a dozen years ago that I only remembered a little about. I started my search with the word “Kinesis” as I had recently acquired a new bike frame from the Taiwanese company and I remembered these frames were once built right here in Portland. So all I really wanted to know was where that assembly facility was located, but once down the rabbit hole, I learned a lot more.
It’s a frequent topic of conversation in local advocacy circles that Portland has lost some of its swagger when it comes to being a leader for cycling in America.
Today, Bicycling Magazine released its biennial rankings of America’s best cities for cycling and Portland came out in 5th place — our worst position ever.
UPDATE, 11/8: Council date has been changed to Thursday, November 15th at 2:00 pm.
October 31st*. That’s when the Portland Bureau of Transportation plans to present their Central City in Motion project to Mayor Ted Wheeler and the rest of city council.
PSU Bike Hub Mechanic
Portland State University
The purpose of the Bike Hub Mechanic position is to facilitate operations for the service area at the Portland State University (PSU) Bike Hub. This position conducts pay-for-service repairs on bicycles, assists with training and supervision of the Bike Hub student staff, particularly in regard to mechanical skill and instruction and assumes responsibility for service, sales and customer relations.
Additionally, this position teaches and assists with classes and repair instruction in a group setting. The position also assists with ordering and receipt of equipment and repair supplies needed to operate the service section of the Bike Hub. This position also serves as a backup for all student positions associated with sales/cashiering and mechanic instruction for Bike Hub members.
Portland State University 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.
Transportation and Parking Services provides 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.
Minimum Qualifications from Classification
One year of experience as a maintenance or general laborer.
Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position
– Experience performing stores and inventory work
– Training or experience providing knowledge of inventory control systems, and transportation agencies and shipping methods
– 1 year of experience as a bicycle mechanic
– 1 year of experience in a supervisory or lead role
Preferred Qualifications
– Excellent customer service skills
– Excellent oral and written communication
– Cash handling and reconciliation experience
– Computer experience including Microsoft Office Suite and point of sale software
– Completion of bicycle mechanic certification/training program
– Experience as an instructor or trainer
Key Cultural Competencies
Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting salary rate for this position will be between $15.04 and $17.75 per hour (plus a monthly 10% recruitment and retention bonus), dependent upon qualifications and experience, with an excellent benefits package including 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.
Apply online at https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/27954
For many Portlanders who care about our country, last week’s new cycle was very stressful.
What better way to escape for a few hours than attempt to ride a bicycle on mud as slick as ice? That’s what many people did yesterday at the second race in the Cyclocross Crusade series held at Alpenrose Velodrome in the hills of southwest Portland.
It’s been a while since I focused on capturing images of a cyclocross race, and I picked an epic one. After a dry opening day on Saturday, rain returned on Sunday and soaked the top layer of dirt on the technical, hilly course. As late morning rain fell, it became difficult to even walk on some in some areas (I slammed on my butt several times just getting these images).
Here are the most noteworthy stories we’ve come across in the past seven days…
Do our part: A major new climate report paints a dire picture and reminds us that everyone in the transportation universe needs to stop placating auto abusers and start aggressively transforming our system into one that is cleaner and more efficient.
The Dutch example: Saying that, “using a phone is just as dangerous on a bike as it is in a car,” the infrastructure minister for The Netherlands is pushing for a cell phone ban for bicycle riders.
Sexism at the races: A veteran race announcer was fired after women voiced concern over sexist remarks made over the loudspeaker at a major cyclocross race.
Love riding the trails at the Sandy Ridge Trail System; but don’t love the hour or so drive it takes to get there?
Or maybe you’ve wanted to ride there but don’t have a car and/or are philosophically opposed to driving to ride?
You’re in luck, because the great Fat Tire Farm bike shop in northwest Portland has launched a new shuttle service. And to make it even better, they’ve got a fleet of awesome rental bikes you can use on the trails.
Here are the details:
After what transpired in Washington DC this week I’m feeling a horrible mix of emotions: Sadness, disgust, frustration, paralysis, hatred, and anger.