🎄🚨: BikeCraft is back! Our holiday gift bazaar happens Wednesday, 12/17 at Migration Brewing on N Williams Ave.
See full vendor list here.

Job: Service Department – Bike Friday

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Job Title *
Bike Friday Service Department

Company/Organization *
Bike Friday

Job Description *
Bike Friday (Bicycle Manufacturer) Service Department (Wrenching, Purchasing, Parts Order Picking)Ever dream of having a job building something environmentally benign that at the end of the day you can feel good about? We are an ambitious group of people trying to do our part to make the world a better place to live. Green Gear Cycling (Bike Friday) is an internationally recognized manufacturer of high performance folding bicycles for traveling and utilitarian/commuting use.While the position we are filling for is for a bicycle mechanic to work in our service department, the team member may be cross trained to work in the production line on occasion. This differentiates this position from a traditional bicycle shop service job as you get to participate in the fabrication of bicycles. Prior bicycle shop (service mechanic) experience while not required, is generally needed.

Qualities/ Skills required:

-Superior mechanical aptitude
-Strong bicycle mechanical / repair skills
-Positive, optimistic attitude
-Strong communication skills
-Desire to be held personally accountable
-Ambition
-Exceptional problem solving skills, both in person as well as on the phone with customers

This position will be some flexible mixture of wrenching, order picking, and perhaps some purchasing and light fabrication/ assembly. In essence, the ideal person would be floating around to the various needs Bike Friday may have within the Service Department.

What we offer is a challenging environment with supportive co-workers who will be interested in your success. If the position becomes permanent, benefits include profit sharing, 401K , health / dental/ vision insurance contributions, covered bike parking, shower facilities, discount on bike parts, paid holidays, shop privileges and family friendly. And, you get to build yourself a personal bike on the company’s dime.

How to Apply *
If you are interested in this position, please download and application from:
https://www.bikefriday.com/userfiles/Bike_Friday_Employment_Application_fillable_2.0.pdf

and then submit the completed application to jobs@bikefriday.com.

Thank you for helping us make NW Portland Week a success!

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Some of the crowd at our Get Together on Friday.
(Photos J. Maus/BikePortland)

20 stories, hundreds of images and many new friends and discoveries made for a highly successful NW Portland Week. Thank you for reading and contributing (I think the comment threads were as interesting and valuable as our reporting). And a special thanks goes to our 250 subscribers. Their monthly payments are what make these special reporting projects possible.

So, what did we learn?

We learned that northwest Portland has more potential when it comes to bike access investments than any other part of the city. And if you think those investments would only target “the rich” you might want to read Michael’s excellent story that debunked that myth.

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Job: Sales Support Specialist – Cyclone Bicycle Supply

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Job Title *
Sales Support Specialist

Company/Organization *
Cyclone Bicycle Supply

Job Description *
Position: Sales Support Specialist

Job Description: Is “attention to detail” your middle name? Do you pride yourself on your ability to juggle multiple tasks while maintaining focus on an ultimate goal? Do you love bicycles? We want to talk to you.
Cyclone Bicycle Supply, based in SW Portland, has an immediate opening for a Sales Support Specialist. We are looking for a self-motivated individual with proven customer service skills and a penchant for problem solving. The position will be based in our Portland office.

Requirements
• Proven customer service experience
• Strong phone presence and experience contacting dozens of customers per day
• Strong listening and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Adaptable and flexible in a fast paced and evolving environment.
• Knowledge of the bicycle industry at any level is a plus but not required.
• Excellent problem solver
• BA/BS degree or equivalent

Responsibilities
• Provide sales support for assigned outside sales rep team.
• Review and submit orders for fulfillment
• Field and process inbound support calls and orders.
• Build and distribute reports and analytics for assigned sales team.
• Provide analytical support for marketing and purchasing when needed.
• Managing RMA’s and technical product questions

Compensation
Base Salary + Bonus – Health Insurance and Vacation

About Us
Cyclone Bicycle Supply is one of the nation’s largest bicycle parts and accessories suppliers. We are an energetic group, who is both fun loving and professional. The past few years we have seen record growth and we’re now expanding our physical presence to better serve our customers. Starting little more than a decade ago, we have steadily expanded from a regional, to national and international distributor of bicycle parts and accessories.
Cyclone Bicycle is an equal opportunity employer.

How to Apply *
Please send your resume to: jobs@cyclonebicycle.com with the subject line: “Sales Support Specialist”

Job: Inside Sales Representative – Cyclone Bicycle Supply

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Job Title *
Inside Sales Representative

Company/Organization *
Cyclone Bicycle Supply

Job Description *
Position: Inside Sales Representative – Northern California

Job Description: Are you a Sales Rock Star? Do you love bicycles? Have experience in the Bicycle Industry? Let’s chat…
Cyclone Bicycle Supply, based in SW Portland, has an immediate opening for an Inside Sales Representative to join our team – with potential to transition to Outside Sales for candidates willing to relocate to the territory. We are looking for a self-motivated individual with proven sales skills and knowledge of the bicycle industry. The position will be based in our Portland office.

Requirements
• Proven inside sales experience
• Strong phone presence and experience contacting dozens of customers per day
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Strong listening and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Knowledge of the bicycle industry at the retail, wholesale and/or manufacturing level
• Technical bicycle product knowledge
• BA/BS degree or equivalent

Responsibilities
• Service and grow existing account base
• Identify and develop new accounts and outlets, both brick and mortar and online
• Source new sales through inbound lead follow-up and outbound cold calls and emails
• Close sales and achieve monthly goals
• Research accounts, identify key players and generate interest
• Provide excellent customer service

Compensation
Base Salary + Commission, and Bonus – based on sales goals, Health Insurance and Vacation

About Us
Cyclone Bicycle Supply is one of the nation’s largest bicycle parts and accessories suppliers. We are an energetic group, who is both fun loving and professional. The past few years we have seen record growth and we’re now expanding our physical presence to better serve our customers. Starting little more than a decade ago, we have steadily expanded from a regional, to national and international distributor of bicycle parts and accessories.
Cyclone Bicycle is an equal opportunity employer.

How to Apply *
Please send your resume to: jobs@cyclonebicycle.com with the subject line: “Inside Sales Representative”.

Job: Assistant Store Manager – Woodburn – Pearl Izumi

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Job Title *
Assistant Store Manager – Woodburn

Company/Organization *
Pearl Izumi

Job Description *
General Purpose:

Reporting to the Store Manager, this position supports the day-to-day operations, staffing, and merchandising of the assigned store. Ensures high standards of the company are maintained throughout the store and with all team members. Offers outstanding customer service to each and every customer who walks into our store. Overall responsibility is to assist the Store Manager in achieving the location goals for sales, profit and customer service.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required
• Retail experience required; prefer minimum 2 years
• Available to work evenings, weekends, holidays and peak periods on a regular basis required
• Sales and customer service experience required
• Knowledge of or experience in the cycling and/or running industry preferred
• Passion for cycling, running and athletics is preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel desired
• Ability to relocate is desired
• Ability to stand on feet all day and lift up to 35 pounds on a regular basis

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
People Development
• Assists store manager in training and development of all staff within the store to offer the best customer service in the industry
• Motivates staff to achieve daily, weekly and monthly goals
• Is prepared to open and close store and perform all management functions in the absence of the Store Manager
• Creates an environment of respectful, direct, honest communications with all levels of the PI team
• Assists training staff on product knowledge, sales presentation and POS operation
• Acts as a positive role model for the store team as well as the local community
• Understands and helps to enforce all policies and procedures outlined in the Retail Operations Manual & Employee Handbook

Customer Service
• Ensures the team is focused on building a customer for life with every store visit
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of Pearl Izumi products, shares with team members and seeks training and support when needed
• Honors our lifetime warranty and makes the greatest effort to enhance the customers perception of the Pearl Izumi brand even when they are returning product – make it simple for the customer

Store Operations
• Assists Store Manager as necessary with scheduling
• Receives merchandise into the RPro system and operates POS to maintain inventory accuracy
• Assists with execution of physical inventories
• Assists manager with supply and merchandise orders
• Ensures daily bank deposits are prepared and performed according to procedure as requested by Store Manager.
• Assists as requested by Store Manager with all required weekly, monthly quarterly reports

Visual & Merchandising
• Maintains corporate visual and merchandising standards
• Ensures all signing and merchandising represents the Pearl Izumi Brand as the premier running, cycling and active athletic brand
• Eliminates anything that visually detracts from the Pearl Izumi brand in the store

Marketing
• Assists Store Manager with the development of the annual marketing plan and grass roots marketing opportunities
• Represents our brand consistently in all communications. Every communication should flawlessly represent our brand image

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs and ensures all store functions as requested by Store Manager including sales, daily opening and closing
• Works effectively with other PI store managers and company employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Store Manager or Retail Operations Manager

Key Organizational Competencies:

A+ Service Focus – Focuses one’s efforts on discovering, meeting and exceeding customer needs and expectations. Develops and grows a relationship for future business and ultimately facilitate the customer decision-making process.

Drive For Results – Accurately assesses critical issues and concentrates work efforts on them to produce valued results.

Collaborative – Interacts with others in a constructive, positive and respectful manner, regardless of individual differences. Assists team members or coworkers in achieving goals and completing assignments.

Adaptable – Effectively handles changing environments within the organization; maintaining effectiveness when dealing with multiple and conflicting priorities across different cultural settings, or during times of great adversity.

Aptitude/Business Acumen – Assimilates, synthesizes, interprets, and communicates significant business and economic information and impacts.

Authenticity/Innovation – Identifies key trends opportunities, and organizational capabilities that would bring competitive advantage to the organization. Sees trends before others and integrates concepts in a unique way.

Problem Solving – Anticipates future consequences and trends accurately and has broad Displays the ability to openly receive feedback and criticism in a positive manner. Learns from mistakes and asks for others insight in times of need, rather than turning defensive. Effective in using active listening skills when engaging in conversation.

Open/Receptive – Energizes people around specific organizational initiatives, goals and visions. Ensures others hear, understand and accept a common organizational vision by guiding, translating and influencing what the vision means for everyone involved.

Reliable – Maintains personal productivity and effectiveness in the midst of change, ambiguity, or stress.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualification associated with the job. The successful candidate will be expected to perform all functions from administrative processing to leading change initiatives.

How to Apply *
http://chc.tbe.taleo.net/chc01/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SHIMANO&cws=40&rid=275

Job: Bike Tour Guide/ Rental Staff – Cycle Portland

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Job Title *
Bike Tour Guide/ Rental Staff

Company/Organization *
Cycle Portland

Job Description *
We’re looking for individuals that love biking, exploring, and sharing our wonderful city with visitors from across the world. Cycle Portland is Portland’s oldest bike tour & rental company providing sightseeing tours, rentals, and repair at our full service shop in historic Old Town/China Town. Most tours last around 2-3 hours and the pace is about 10mph. Here you’ll flow between providing engaging and insightful tours and helping renters and locals with in shop bike services.

The Tour Guide/Shop Hand we’re looking for has:
Excellent public speaking skills with a genuine desire to work with the public and comfortability with large groups
Strong verbal and written communication abilities
A strong sense of craftsmanship
The itch to grow and learn about Portland, its past, present, and its future
A drive for a mix between fast paced summers, and mellow project oriented winters.
Eagerness to work with a bike shop values a fun, supportive, and inclusive work environment.

Requirements:
Candidate must be available to work at least 20 hours/wk starting.
Must be able to work weekends
Previous guide and shop experience is useful, but is not required.
Must be able to lift and maneuver heavy objects up to 55 pounds.

Compensation:
Position is part-time and seasonal with the potential of full time permanent work for qualified applicants. Pay starts at 12/hr with the potential to move up after a 30 day review.

How to Apply *
Interested candidates should send an email to info@portlandbicycletours.com with a paragraph or two stating your interest in this position, and why you would like to be a part of the Cycle Portland Team!

Free webinar Thursday will explore the potential of e-bikes

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Electron-powered.
(Photo: J.Maus/BikePortland)

As electric-assist bikes take over more and more of the global bicycle market, they’re growing in the United States and Portland too.

Last year, Portland snagged its third and fourth e-bike specialty stores. Next month, we’ll host the Electric Bike Expo for the first time. And this week, Portland State University is sharing some of the only modern academic research on the domestic e-bike market.

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Street Roots survey turns up differing priorities in mayor’s race

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Mayoral candidates Ted Wheeler, left, and Bim Ditson.
(Photo: J.Maus/BikePortland)

Street Roots, Portland’s first-rate paper about homelessness and housing issues, sometimes asks questions about the closely related subject of transportation.

A questionnaire distributed to the mayoral candidates and published last week includes a quick window into the ways different candidates think about mobility issues.

The question:

Please place the following items in order of priority as mayor.

• Increase parking
• Bike infrastructure
• Low­ or no-fare public transit

Here’s what they said:

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Amid talk of congestion relief, Salem Dems reboot transportation bill talks

Speaker of the Oregon House Tina Kotek

Oregon House Speaker Tina Kotek.
(Photo: J.Maus/BikePortland)

The 2017 Oregon legislature hasn’t even been elected yet, but state House and Senate leaders are getting ready for another try at a transportation bill.

Senate President Peter Courtney, D-Salem, and House Speaker Tina Kotek, D-North Portland, told the Salem Statesman Journal that they’re planning another “bipartisan, bicameral legislative committee” to start negotiating a deal that would presumably include a statewide gas tax hike.

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Nonprofit puts youth bike camps on hold due to Springwater safety concerns – UPDATED

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Kurmaskie (in rear with cowboy hat) and
campers last summer).
(Photo courtesy Joe Kurmaskie)

Portland author Joe Kurmaskie says he feels conditions on the Springwater Corridor path have gotten so bad that he might be forced to cancel his popular teen summer bike camp program.

Kurmaskie, who turned 50 this year, is known for his “Metal Cowboy” books that describe his many adventures while bike touring through the United States and around the world (including two cross-country journeys with his wife and five children). He moved to north Portland in 1998 and now lives in Sellwood. For the past four years he’s run the “Camp Creative: No Child Left Inside” summer camp for 9-13 year olds in partnership with Portland Parks & Recreation. The camp is completely bike-based and the main route used to access activities is the Springwater Corridor. This year Kurmaskie says he’s decided to put the camp on hold because of an increase in unruly and unsafe behavior from people he’s encountered along the path.

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