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Bicycle Repairers - 49-3091.00

O*NET-SOC Description

Repair and service bicycles.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

  • Bicycle Fitter
  • Bicycle Mechanic
  • Bicycle Repair Technician
  • Bicycle Repairman
  • Bicycle Service Technician
  • Bicycle Technician
  • Bike Mechanic

SOC Occupation Groups

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Tasks

  • Align wheels.
  • Assemble new bicycles.
  • Build wheels by cutting and threading new spokes.
  • Clean and lubricate bicycle parts.
  • Disassemble axles to repair, adjust, and replace defective parts, using hand tools.
  • Help customers select bicycles that fit their body sizes and intended bicycle uses.
  • Install and adjust brakes and brake pads.
  • Install and adjust speed and gear mechanisms.
  • Install new tires and tubes.
  • Install, repair, and replace equipment or accessories, such as handlebars, stands, lights, and seats.
  • Order bicycle parts.
  • Paint bicycle frames, using spray guns or brushes.
  • Repair holes in tire tubes, using scrapers and patches.
  • Sell bicycles and accessories.
  • Shape replacement parts, using bench grinders.
  • Weld broken or cracked frames together, using oxyacetylene torches and welding rods.

Detailed Work Activities

  • Adjust vehicle components according to specifications.
  • Align equipment or machinery.
  • Assemble mechanical components or machine parts.
  • Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.
  • Explain technical product or service information to customers.
  • Grind parts to required dimensions.
  • Install vehicle parts or accessories.
  • Operate welding equipment.
  • Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
  • Paint surfaces or equipment.
  • Perform basic equipment maintenance.
  • Repair tires.
  • Sell products or services.

Military Crosswalk Titles

  • Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance Apprentice, Firefighting and Refueling Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance Helper, Firefighting and Refueling Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance Journeyman, Firefighting and Refueling Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance, Apprentice, Material Handling Equipment (MHE)/463L Maintenance (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance, Helper, Material Handling Equipment (MHE)/463L Maintenance (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance, Journeyman, Material Handling Equipment (MHE)/463L Maintenance (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (Army - Enlisted)

Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

No information available.

DOT Crosswalk Titles

  • Bicycle Repairer