If a student where to shadow me for the day they would see a busy schedule. Classes in the morning and work in the afternoon. They would be exposed to challenges in my studies as well as practical real world challenges I face in my job as manager of the bike shop on campus.
CAREER
Bicycle Repairers
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$32,630
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
+4.9% (slower than the average)
Most Common Level of Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Bicycle Repairers Do
Repair and service bicycles.
Other Job Titles Bicycle Repairers May Have
Bicycle Fitter, Bicycle Mechanic, Bicycle Repair Technician, Bicycle Repairman, Bicycle Service Technician, Bicycle Technician, Bike Mechanic
How Leaders Describe a Typical Day at Work
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Install and adjust brakes and brake pads.
- Help customers select bicycles that fit their body sizes and intended bicycle uses.
- Align wheels.
- Assemble new bicycles.
- Sell bicycles and accessories.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Bicycle Repairers
Most common level of education among people in
this career: High school diploma or equivalent (47%)
Less than high school diploma
High school diploma or equivalent
Some college, no degree
Other*
*All other responses combined for clarity.
Majors Related to Career
Educational Paths Suggested by Leaders
Suggested Path
High School
Bachelor
Systems Engineering
Additional Skills & Experiences That Can Help You Excel
Experience is needed, it takes practice to complete a bicycle repair with a high degree of quality and precision. Nothing can be fully learned by doing something just once.
Getting Started
Recommended First Step for:
High School Students
They need to endulge in their interests while they are still home. When you go to college you need to have your mind made up on what you want to study. In college there is not a lot of time to explore your interests outside of studying what you chose to study.
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