Bicycle Mechanic

Bicycle Technician

🚲 Bike lovers — we need you!

We’re looking for a Bicycle Mechanic with 2+ years’ bike shop experience and a full UK driving licence to join our lovely little team.

Bicycle Mechanic – Glos Bike Project

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

About Us

Glos Bike Project is a friendly, customer‑focused bicycle shop offering new bikes, e‑bikes, refurbished bikes, servicing, and repairs.

We pride ourselves on honest advice, high‑quality workmanship, and creating a welcoming environment for riders of all ages and abilities.

Whether someone is buying their first bike, upgrading to an e‑bike, or keeping a much‑loved bike on the road, we’re here to help them ride with confidence.

The Bicycle Technician Role

We’re looking for a skilled Bicycle Mechanic who takes pride in doing a job properly. You’ll work on a wide range of bikes ,from everyday commuters and children’s bikes to high‑end e‑bikes and refurbished models.

You’ll be part of a small, supportive team, helping to keep the workshop running smoothly and ensuring every customer receives clear, friendly service.

Bicycle Technician Key Responsibilities

Workshop & Repairs

•  Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues across all bike types
• Service and maintain e‑bikes, including diagnostics and firmware updates (training can be provided)
• Complete safety checks, routine servicing, and full refurbishments
•  Build new bikes to manufacturer standards
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop environment
• Ensure all bikes leaving the workshop meet our quality and safety expectations

Customer Service

• Provide honest, approachable advice to customers
• Explain repairs clearly and simply
• Help customers choose suitable bikes, parts, and accessories
• Support customers with e‑bike features, battery care, and usage guidance

Teamwork & Shop Support

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to manage workshop flow
• Support stock management, including parts ordering and workshop supplies
• Contribute to a positive, welcoming shop atmosphere

We also run bike maintenance classes, deliver pop up Dr Bikes & run projects for the community

About You as the Bicycle Technician

You’ll be a great fit as the Bicycle Technician if you:

•  Have experience as a bicycle mechanic or a strong foundation you’re ready to build on
• Are confident working on both mechanical and electric bikes
• Take pride in high‑quality, safe, reliable workmanship
•  Enjoy helping customers and explaining things clearly
• Can balance efficiency with attention to detail
• Work well in a small team and stay calm under pressure

Formal qualifications (e.g., Cytech) are welcome but not essential — skill, attitude, and willingness to learn matter most.

What We Offer for the Bicycle Technician

• A supportive, friendly workshop environment
• Training opportunities, including e‑bike systems and diagnostics
• Staff discounts on bikes, parts, and accessories
• Flexible working patterns
• The chance to work with a wide variety of bikes and customers