They rub tire tubes with scrapers and place patches over the holes to repair the tube. Bicycle repairers may weld broken or cracked frames together, using an oxyacetylene torch and welding rods. The may assemble and sell new bicycles and accessories. Bicycle Repairers is in the Mechanical Repair and Precision Crafts Career Cluster. Worker Characteristics Ability to coordinate the movement of eyes and hands while making repairs Ability to make precise adjustments and repairs Ability to move fingers and hands easily and accurately Ability to see details in objects, such as a hole in a tire tub Ability to understand how bicycle parts work in relation to other parts Ability to see the differences between colors Willingness to perform the same tasks over and over Physical Demands Frequently need to see nearby objects clearly, as when reading a work order Frequently use arms and hands to reach for and hold tools Frequently use fingers to make fine movements, such as pick up a small object Occasionally need to tell the difference between colors Occasionally need to judge the distance between objects Occasionally move or lift objects that weigh 20 to 50 pounds Work Setting Bicycle repairers work in shops in which bicycles are sold and repaired.
Some repairers are self-employed.
Wages vary according to training, experience and location. Entry level wages may be lower. Pay varies by the workers level of experience and education. Full-time bicycle repairers may receive benefits. Common benefits include health insurance, sick leave, and paid vacation.