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Bicycle Repairers - 49-3091.00

O*NET-SOC Description

Repair and service bicycles.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

  • Bicycle Mechanic
  • Bike Mechanic
  • Bicycle Service Technician
  • Bicycle Repairman

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Tasks

  • Align wheels.
  • Assemble new bicycles.
  • Disassemble axles in order to repair, adjust, and replace defective parts, using hand tools.
  • Install and adjust speed and gear mechanisms.
  • Install, repair, and replace equipment or accessories, such as handlebars, stands, lights, and seats.
  • Paint bicycle frames, using spray guns or brushes.
  • Repair holes in tire tubes, using scrapers and patches.
  • Shape replacement parts, using bench grinders.
  • Weld broken or cracked frames together, using oxyacetylene torches and welding rods.

Detailed Work Activities

  • adhere to safety procedures
  • adjust or set mechanical controls or components
  • align or adjust clearances of mechanical components or parts
  • align or adjust clearances of vehicle body parts or components
  • determine installation, service, or repair needed
  • estimate time or cost for installation, repair, or construction projects
  • fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand
  • identify properties of metals for repair or fabrication activities
  • maintain repair records
  • move or fit heavy objects
  • perform safety inspections in industrial, manufacturing or repair setting
  • read schematics
  • read specifications
  • read technical drawings
  • read work order, instructions, formulas, or processing charts
  • repair or install tires
  • repair or replace malfunctioning or worn mechanical components
  • test mechanical products or equipment
  • understand service or repair manuals
  • understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
  • use acetylene welding/cutting torch
  • use arc welding equipment
  • use hand or power tools
  • use knowledge of metric system
  • use knowledge of welding filler rod types
  • use oral or written communication techniques
  • use spray paint equipment
  • weld together metal parts, components, or structures

Military Crosswalk Titles

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Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

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DOT Crosswalk Titles

  • Bicycle Repairer