Bike Mechanic- Part Time Danville, VA

Contactless Holdings • Danville, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Bike Mechanic performs hands-on maintenance and repairs to keep a bicycle-share fleet safe, dependable, and ready for riders in Danville, Virginia. The role includes bicycle assembly, quality control, deployment, routine maintenance, on-demand repairs, fleet rebalancing, inventory assistance, and potentially some kayak repairs. Work takes place in the field and outdoors as needed, across multiple locations. The mechanic is expected to take ownership of fleet condition, produce safe and consistent work, and communicate operational updates while serving as a professional, friendly public face.

This part-time role suits someone who enjoys travel and outdoor work and is interested in safe recreation and operational excellence. The company says it will provide support to help the mechanic work efficiently and successfully. It also notes there may be opportunities to take on more bikes, support additional programs, or move into other areas as programs expand.

Requirements

• Have a basic set of bicycle tools and hands-on bicycle repair experience.
• Be able to perform some repairs on-site and outdoors as needed.
• Deliver safe, high-quality, repeatable work and maintain a high standard.
• Be able to comfortably lift and transport multiple 50-pound bicycles, depending on operational needs.
• Be able to use a smartphone and camera for calls, texts, email, and communication.
• Be able to confidently navigate a mobile app to track and submit work.
• Be self-motivated, accountable to goals, and able to manage one's own schedule.
• Have strong communication skills and be willing to provide updates and context.
• Be flexible and able to work with changing schedules and workloads.
• Be detail-oriented and practical, and make sound decisions independently.
• Think critically about operational information the team may need, rather than only responding to direct requests.
• Be comfortable representing the service professionally and cordially in the field.

Nice To Haves

• Access to a mobile repair stand and indoor space to store and work on bikes.
• Enjoyment of travel and outdoor work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bicycle assembly, quality control, and deployment as bikes are built, tuned, and prepared for riders.
• Perform routine maintenance and on-demand repairs across the fleet.
• Rebalance the fleet so bikes are available where riders need them.
• Maintain ownership of the fleet and the condition of each bike.
• Assist with inventory and potentially perform some kayak repairs.
• Communicate updates and relevant context about operational needs and system conditions.
• Use a mobile app to track and submit work.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Potential opportunities to take on more bikes, support multiple programs, or transition into other areas of the organization as programs expand.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed