Bike Light Shows Your Speed

I think I would crash right into something because I would be fascinated with looking at my speed in the light, but pretty neat hack.

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Bike Job: EMS Bike Tech

From Craig’s List (thanks Ben for the heads up).

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Become a Bike Tech at Eastern Mountain Sports!

Love the Outdoors? Love cycling? Got a proven track record of success in retail? Obsessive about taking care of your customers? Want to be the “expert” in the Store for the Mountain Bike category? We have an opening in our Newton Store, located on 300 Needham Street, Newton, MA.

If this sounds like you …
– Love working with people
– Embody outstanding customer service skills
– Passionate about the outdoors, especially mountain biking
-An expert about high quality Mountain Bikes, bike equipment and bike gear

At EMS, our commitment to customer satisfaction starts with our people. It shows in a terrific package including salary, unique benefits, work/lifestyle and career advancement opportunities.

Our stores provide a fun, outdoor-oriented, fast-paced environment. They’re challenging and rewarding for people focused on service, knowledge and the outdoors.

Please apply online through the Career Opportunities section of www.ems.com. Or visit us directly in the Newton EMS store. We’re located 300 Needham Street, Newton, MA.

We aspire to be the best place to work in the outdoor industry. We are a community that believes the strength of each individual employee is what provides the company with a sustainable future and an authentic brand. We maintain a fun work environment without ever losing focus on tasks at hand. Here, our work facilitates our passion.

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REI Hiring Bike Tech’s

In my constant effort to save the economy one bike job at a time I present you with the following

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Boston REI is currently looking for strong candidates for a Bike Tech Specialist I position. Please forward this along to anyone who would be a good fit.
Thank you,
Carina Bandle, Hiring Manager
(617) 236-0746

Job Scope:

The Tech Specialist I has primary responsibility for the assembly of bikes and snowsports equipment to REI and vendor standards and to deliver exceptional service to customers both in the shop and on the retail floor. In some stores the Tech Specialist I will work in the rental department as well. The Tech Specialist I is responsible and accountable for:

• Assembling cycling equipment to REI and/or vendor standards
• Assessing customer needs, checking in and out shop and rental equipment per REI standards
• Contributes to sales results by knowing REI products and services, accurately communicating product information and inventory response processes
• Reporting significant quality and safety issues to the Master or Certified Technician.
• Assisting with maintaining equipment and ensuring a clean, secure and safe work environment
• Support team’s achievement of key goals through individual contribution.
• Promote the benefits of REI Membership

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of certification to the level of Tech I.
• Previous bike assembly experience or equivalent preferred.
• Interest in working in a team environment committed to providing a superior sales and service experience while increasing sales through service.
• Demonstrated ability to show attention to detail.
• Proven ability to maintain open and positive relations with employees and customers.
• Demonstrated personal effectiveness and interest in developing own skills and knowledge.
• Applicants should expect to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including nights and weekends.

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