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							             WANTED: Full and Part-time Bike Mechanic/Delivery Drivers


Reports to:                   Operations Director
Supervision exercised:        None
Work season:                  Approximately March 1 to November 30
Compensation:                 Hourly wage plus medical benefits for full time employees
                              after 90-day eligibility period
Application due by:           5:00 PM, February 26, 2010
Interviews:                   March 1 - March 5, 2010
Starting date:                March 15, 2010 or ASAP



NOTE: Candidates who receive interviews will be asked to bring a copy of your driving
record with you to the interview. Final employment of successful candidates will be
contingent upon results of background check.

Position Overview:

Denver Bike Sharing (DBS) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that operates a new public bike
sharing program in the City and County of Denver. Mechanic/Delivery Drivers are
responsible for the inspection, repair and ongoing maintenance of customized bicycles
included in a 500 bicycle fleet and the continuous transport and delivery (redistribution)
of bicycles to automated stations distributed throughout the city. DBS service area
includes the core downtown business area, Cherry Creek North and University of
Denver. Mechanic/Delivery Drivers will split their time, based on the needs of the
organization, between bicycle repair and maintenance duties at the DBS shop, and the
dispersal of bicycles to stations. DBS Mechanic/Delivery drivers must not only be
excellent mechanics, but also must be competent, courteous drivers, comfortable
operating in a high traffic urban environment.

Successful applicants will join a team of hard-working and committed individuals who
recognize bicycling as a progressive movement that protects the environment, prevents
carbon emissions, addresses obesity and improves a sense of community for all. While
the focus of these positions will be on the technical aspects of running a bike sharing
system, all DBS employees will have to be flexible and work well in a team. As the
public face of bike-sharing and the staff who will have the most direct contact with DBS
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members, bike mechanics/delivery drivers will be expected to be conversant with the
principles of bike sharing and act as enthusiastic ambassadors for our initiative.

Skills/ Knowledge/Abilities

Job skills, knowledge, and abilities include, but are not limited to:
     The ability to understand the operation and maintenance of all components of a
        DBS bike.
     The ability to troubleshoot and identify problems with DBS bicycles.
     The ability to disassemble, clean, and repair/replace all components of a DBS
        bicycle in a timely and cost-effective manner.
     The ability to build and true wheels.
     The ability to maintain a safe and orderly work area.
     The ability to troubleshoot minor problems with docks and kiosks.
     The ability to replace components of docks and kiosks.
     The skill to operate a vehicle towing a trailer in a safe and prudent manner.
     A working knowledge of the geography and street layout of the City and County
        of Denver.
     The ability to park the delivery vehicle in a manner as to minimize the chance of
        a motor vehicle, pedestrian or bicycle accident while loading and unloading
        bicycles.
     The ability to assist the Operations Director with inventory control and the
        ordering of parts.
     The ability to perform basic data entry.


Characteristics and Qualities

The successful candidate will possess the following qualities:
    Excellent customer service skills.
    Well organized in terms of time management, equipment storage and caring for
       surroundings – both in shop and vehicle.
    Independence, self initiative.
    Good communication and team playing skills.
    Adaptability to changing demands and shifting schedules.
    Analytic capability and willingness to learn how to analyze system needs based
       on real-time web based reporting, anticipate short-term needs of the system,
       and distribute the bikes accordingly.
    Ability over time to confidently exercise independent judgment necessary to
       make decisions which will ensure the smooth operation of the system with little
       or no supervision.
    Ability to learn about the DBS system in order to answer questions posed by
       customers and potential customers.


                    Denver Bike Sharing is an equal opportunity employer.
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       General understanding of and commitment to practice waste minimization and
        sustainability in day to day operations.

Desirable experience

The following experience will be a positive factor in our evaluation of candidates:
    One year of shop experience or equivalent
    Bike mechanic certification
    Urban truck and trailer driving

Physical requirements

The Mechanic/Delivery Driver must:
    Be able to repeatedly lift bikes weighing 50 lbs from the floor to a height of no
      less than 34”, using proper lifting technique.
    Be able to stand for extended periods of time.
    Be able work outdoors in inclement weather.
    Be wiling and physically capable of riding 10-20 miles a day on a bicycle towing a
      trailer weighing up to 300 lbs. DBS will be using human powered vehicles as a
      component of the bike delivery system for short downtown trips.


Please submit your letter of interest, resume if available, plus list of 3 references with contact
information to Parry Burnap @ parry.burnap@denverbikesharing.org. Note: Cover letter IS
required. In your cover letter, please be sure to address the following: why you are interested
in this particular job and clear description of your qualifications.




                    Denver Bike Sharing is an equal opportunity employer.