Wheel Specialist

First Call Contract Services, Ltd.; Tottenham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in bicycle services seeks a Wheel Specialist to maintain and build high-performance bicycle wheels. This role requires an individual with proven experience and strong attention to detail. Candidates will enjoy flexible shifts and the chance for career development within the company.

Benefits

Discounts and offers

24/7 GP helpline

Discounted gym memberships

Online payslip access

Personal insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience truing and building bicycle wheels.
• Strong understanding of spoke patterns and rim/hub compatibility.
• Ability to work efficiently and independently.

Responsibilities

• Accurately true and tension bicycle wheels.
• Inspect and assess wheel condition, making repair recommendations.
• Work closely with other mechanics and maintain tools.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Education

Certification from a bicycle mechanic training program

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Wheel Specialist to maintain, service, and build high-performance bicycle wheels. The ideal candidate will be confident in diagnosing wheel issues and proficient in truing, tensioning, and dishing wheels to exacting standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately true and tension bicycle wheels
• Build wheels from components (rims, hubs, spokes) as required
• Inspect and assess wheel condition, making repair recommendations
• Maintain tools and truing stands in top condition
• Work closely with other mechanics and customers to ensure optimal wheel performance
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace

Requirements:

• Proven experience truing and building bicycle wheels
• Strong understanding of spoke patterns, tension balancing, and rim/hub compatibility
• Attention to detail and pride in high-quality workmanship
• Ability to work efficiently and independently
• Friendly, approachable attitude - customer service skills a plus

Bonus if you have:

• Experience with carbon wheel repair or high-end wheelsets
• Knowledge of wheel brands like DT Swiss, Mavic, Zipp, etc.
• Certification from a bicycle mechanic training program (e.g., Barnett, UBI, Cytech)

All shifts are 9am - 5pm with the following patterns available:

• Thursday - Monday
• Friday - Tuesday
• Saturday - Wednesday
• Wednesday - Sunday

Pay:

• From £15
• Paid weekly

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidates to begin a career with a company that offers genuine long-term opportunities and career development.

This job suits candidates with experience as a mechanic, in the automotive/transportation industry, or with backgrounds in bike or scooter repair.

Why work with First Call?

• Additional benefits including discounts and offers
• 24/7 GP helpline
• Discounted gym memberships at over 2500 gyms
• Online payslip access
• Personal insurance