Regenesis
Bike Mechanic
Job Description:
Regenesis Cycle York community bike centre offers a wide array of services and community programs, including but not limited to, guided DIY bike repairs, second hand parts and accessories, “Earn-A-Bike program, community group rides. All of these services and programs aim to make “active transportation” more accessible to members of the community through affordable services, educational programming and creating a local cycling community.
We are seeking a bike mechanic who possesses technical skills and has experience working with the community. The mechanic will be tasked with going through a series of diagnosis and repair activities on the designated bikes, making them road ready through a systemic refurbishing process.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Help in maintaining a warm and welcoming environment for staff members, volunteers and clients
Ensure all Community Bike Centre procedures for safety, customer bike handling, and sales are followed
Experience with POS systems is a plus (point of sale)
Bike repair skills, including bicycle assembly, inspection, and complete overhaul of customers’ bicycles - must be proficient in both new and older/vintage bicycles
Maintain a repair record for all bikes
Coordinate and track sales of bikes and bike parts
Demonstrate a professional standard of customer service and serve as a professional knowledge resource to customers
Remain up-to-date on industry products and trends, and demonstrate knowledge of products
Conduct daily operational tasks, including restocking, cleaning and organizing
Other
• Understanding of the organization, its purpose, history, policies and programs
• Represent the organization in a professional and congenial manner in person, in online meetings, in telephone conversations, and in written correspondence
• Delegation or sharing of duties with others as necessary
• Other duties as required or assigned
Expectations:
Our organization has a progressive workplace culture that provides flexibility and makes staff well-being a priority, while balancing these with accomplishing the mission of the organization and holding ourselves accountable for our areas of responsibility.
We seek employees who would align with our values:
Be Impeccable With Your Word. (i.e. We are all part of a team and we rely on each other. Only commit to tasks and deadlines you can complete. Communicate well in advance if you won’t be able to complete a task.).
Don't Take Anything Personally. (i.e. Don’t take things personally - people often have other things going on in their lives. If you fail at a task, instead of getting mad at others, learn from your mistakes).
Don't Make Assumptions. (i.e. Believe in the best intentions of others. Things like judgment and suspicion only create toxic environments, hurt people and we don’t grow or learn.)
Always Do Your Best. (i.e. You are persistent. You will find a way to get it done and done well, even if that means asking for help.)
Collaboration is the key to success. Our team works together to achieve great things!
What it is like working with us
● You are not expected to be sitting at a computer from 9am to 5pm. We will work with you to establish a schedule that works for both you and the team members you work with.
● We have a positive work environment, with many opportunities for community and recreation with others in the organization (both formal and informal). We encourage you to participate in social activities.
● You are expected to represent the organization in a positive, professional manner and act and speak in a positive way about our team, our work, our guests and the organization as a whole.
Questions for you to consider
● Availability during weekdays is preferred. Does this work with your schedule?
● If you’re taking vacation, taking summer courses or working another job, please communicate this.
This is important to know, as we have to factor in both external and internal organizational deadlines, both during the hiring process, and if you are hired, when scheduling, setting priorities and deadlines.
This job is for you if…
Are extremely organized and able to manage multiple competing deadlines at once.
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills that you utilize in communicating with our team and others.
Have demonstrable experience in the areas required for the position.
Possess the following traits:
Collaborative - excited to work with our multifaceted and growing team. You are willing to bounce ideas off of others and work together towards a shared goal.
Humble and Eager to Learn - Sometimes ideas or opinions fall flat. You are comfortable with being wrong, and are excited to learn how to improve throughout your career.
Creative - you understand the big picture and will look for unique ways to reach our goals. You work outside of the box to find solutions to everyday problems.
Qualifications:
University degree in a related field (completed or in-progress), supplemented by a minimum of 1 year related experience which demonstrates the competencies noted above and below. Equivalencies to work experience will be considered.
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, work experience, entrepreneur experience, volunteer experience, or research experience, along with providing relevant examples of the above competencies.
Requirements:
• Related work, entrepreneur, volunteer, research or educational experience
• Detail-oriented
• Hardworking
• Extremely well organized
• Proactive and effective communicator
• Strong written communication skills (i.e. proper grammar usage, ability to convey ideas through words)
• Strong analytical skills (i.e. ability to strategize and critically think, set priorities amongst competing deadlines, solve problems effectively)
• Effective time management (i.e. able to prioritize and meet deadlines)
• Self-motivated (i.e. able to work independently with minimal direction)
• Positive attitude and a team player (i.e. friendly, respectful towards others, humble)
• Flexible and adaptable to most situations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, Zoom and Google Workplace (i.e. Google Docs, Google Drive)
• Previous experience working or volunteering with the organization is a strong asset
Eligibility:
To be eligible for this position, you must meet the Canada Summer Jobs eligibility requirements:
Be between 18 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment period;
Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the program; and
Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
About Regenesis:
Regenesis is a community environmental organization dedicated to empowering students to address today’s environmental and social concerns through advocacy and local service. We focus on creating practical student-led environmental initiatives and programming. Our services help provide free or low-cost services and meaningful leadership opportunities for students, all the while, making our communities, cities, and planet more sustainable. We support diverse and equitable food access and sustainable food production through our programs and initiatives which include good food' markets, community gardens and agriculture, food centres meal programs, research and workshops.
We have three goals that we strive to achieve:
To educate about the environmental crisis, its effects and potential solutions
To raise awareness about sustainable and just solutions, and demonstrate alternatives for everyday living and what an ideal future could look like
Inspire long-lasting behavioral change and social action involvement in young people
Application Process:
Fill out the Regenesis Hiring Application Form.
Please note that Regenesis is an equal opportunity employer, and we urge those of marginalized identities to apply. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact hr@regenesis.eco.