Service Technician - Carytown Bicycles - Henrico, VA

Specialized Bicycle Components; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health care

401(k) with match

Paid company holidays

Employee discounts on all products

Competitive vacation package

Job summary

Specialized Bicycle Components in Virginia is looking for a Service Technician to enhance the rider’s experience through exceptional service and expertise. In this role, you will connect with riders, provide solutions, and assist with bike sales. Ideal candidates will have a passion for cycling, bike shop experience, and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive health care, 401(k) with match, and various employee discounts. Join us in building a diverse and inclusive cycling industry.

Qualifications

• Passion for cycling and the Specialized brand.
• Bike shop / bike mechanic experience preferred.
• Excellent communication with the ability to effectively interact with riders and team members.
• Must be able to work as business dictates which includes weekends.
• Ability to stand for extensive time periods.
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs or more.

Responsibilities

• Meet and connect with riders, addressing their needs.
• Speak authoritatively on technical bicycle matters.
• Provide exceptional customer service and advice.
• Assist with bike sales and technical consulting.
• Maintain cleanliness standards at the store.

Skills

Passion for cycling

Excellent communication

Bike shop / bike mechanic experience

Ability to lift at least 50 lbs

Tools

Lightspeed point-of-sale systems

Job description

About Specialized

Innovation has guided our every decision since 1974. As more riders of all ages get on the roads, trails, and streets than ever before, we’re here to do the best work of our lives to push the greatest human powered machine into the future each and every day. We’re a team of barrier‑breakers, disrupters, and problem solvers. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where every teammate can succeed as we inspire riders everywhere.

In Company Owned Retail, we strive to be a transformative, inclusive, authentic, rider‑focused, and collaborative team that creates the best bikes and delivers world class rider care attention. Simply said, we provide quality in our products and to our riders at every interaction and are looking for a teammate to be a part of this growing team. Reach out – we’re here to help you build your career at Specialized.

Job Summary

A Service Technician is the front line and point person for our brand to the rider and encourages successful, profitable retail by taking their technical expertise to the next level as a driver of outstanding in‑store brand experiences. The Service Technician works directly with riders, both present and remote, to identify and locate the goods, services, and experiences needed to provide solutions quickly and frictionlessly to keep them riding longer and better. Service Technicians work collaboratively and hands‑on with staff and local riders as a host, mentor, brand advocate, and technical service ace. The Service Technician provides exceptional rider service; enhances rider satisfaction; and aids in meeting sales and profitability goals.

How You’ll Make a Difference

• Meeting and making a connection with riders, asking qualifying questions and listening to riders’ needs, then giving options and advice on meeting those needs from a pre‑set service menu or tune‑ups and a la carte service.
• Speak authoritatively on technical matters as they relate and pertain to our bicycles; be the expert.
• Assist customers in an enthusiastic and courteous manner; provide “wow” customer service.
• Responsible for properly taking in all service work and setting and exceeding rider expectations, including correctly filling out service work orders, scheduling an appropriate number of repairs.
• Advise and assist customers with their product/service selection without bias.
• Develop and maintain knowledge expertise of all merchandise in department to effectively assist customers with accurate information; keep current as new product lines are introduced.
• Assist with bike sales with technical consulting, and any other bike floor duties as needed.
• Deliver best‑in‑class rider‑service that ensures ongoing service and high levels of rider satisfaction.
• Maintain general cleanliness standards set at store opening, throughout the day and reset at close of business, including light janitorial duty.
• Proficiency in Lightspeed point‑of‑sale systems and store operational websites.
• Regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.

What You Need To Win

• Passion for cycling and the Specialized brand.
• Bike shop / Bike mechanic experience preferred.
• Excellent communication with the ability to effectively interact with riders and team members.
• Must be able to work as business dictates which includes weekends.
• Ability to stand for extensive time periods; while occasionally walking, kneeling, or reaching.
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs. or more and use proper lifting skills.

TELL ME MORE

• Competitive health care (Medical PPO or HDHP)*
• Dental*
• Vision*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Company sponsored life insurance
• Optional Term Life Insurance
• Optional Critical Illness insurance
• Optional Critical Accident insurance
• Competitive vacation package*
• 401(k) with match
• 8 Weeks paid parental leave
• Paid company holidays
• Employee discounts on all product
• Deep partner retail discounts
• Fitness & Events Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter Benefits *if applicable in state
• For eligible employees

We want to increase representation of all races, genders, and body types in the cycling industry and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where all people thrive. We encourage everyone – especially those from marginalized groups – to apply to our job postings and help us earn the position as the rider’s brand of choice. Regardless of your qualifications, if you are ready to make a difference, please apply and let us know how you can make an impact at Specialized.