CyclepathKelowna
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- Kelowna , British Columbia
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Cyclepath is Kelowna’s full service bike shop. We carry Giant, Santa Cruz, Kona, and Cube (ebikes only).
We stock downhill bikes, freeride bikes, all mountain, BMX race bikes, dirt jump bikes, road bikes, commuter bikes, comfort bikes, kids bikes…
We know bikes better than the back of our hand. Our mechanics service the bikes we sell and we stock a ton of parts for regular bike maintenance or upgrades.
Our Kelowna bike shop also carries bike helmets, clothing, lights, backpacks, training accessories, bike shoes, tools… pretty much everything you’ll need to hit the trail or road.
Check us out at cyclepathkelowna.com
2169 Springfield Road, Kelowna BC
250-868-0122 or toll free: 1-877-502-2453
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Selling
Feb 12, 2024 at 15:02
Feb 12, 2024Bike Builder/After Sale Technician
$2024 CADJob Summary:
This full time, seasonal role is crucial to facilitating efficient and thorough bicycle assemblies from the box. However, this position is also responsible for ensuring every bike that leaves in a customer’s hands is safe and in perfect condition.
The full-time Builder will be expected to assemble bicycles ranging from 12” children’s to high-end electric mountain bikes. They will also be expected to multi-task, and be able to wisely put aside their current assembly in order to serve customers’ needs; i.e. doing “safety checks” on bikes leaving the store, installing racks or fenders, and even installing aftermarket lights wired into e-bikes.
Essentially, this is a role intended for an experienced technician, that will not be working on used bicycles in for repair. Their daily schedule will be different and set-aside from the “Repair” technicians in the store.
Daily Responsibilities:
Follow procedure for different brands to remove the bike from the box, and assemble that bike in a timely manner based on each make and model.
Maintain organization and order of operations while choosing bikes to assemble, and follow-through when that bike is complete.
Set reasonable expectations to fellow team members for the assembly or installation timeline.
Assemble bikes with certain parts, such as, but not limited to;
Electronic drivetrains
Front derailleurs
7 to 12 speed rear derailleurs
Electronic suspension
Hydraulic AND mechanical disc brakes
Dropper seatposts
Install accessories and parts, such as, but not limited to:
Rear pannier racks
Full-wrap fenders
Stems, grips, mirrors, bells, kickstands, pedals, bottle cage
E-bike integrated lights
E-bike remotes or displays
Dropper seatposts
Inspect Demo bikes upon customer return for damage or wear.
What you get:
Competitive wages.
In-house training.
Sales training provided by external sales professional.
Lunch provided on Saturdays during the busy season and occasional after-work drinks (beverages supplied).
Fun, supportive team environment.
Option to lead group rides (optional).
Generous staff discounts on products.
Health Benefits for Fulltime staff.
Selling
Feb 2, 2024 at 10:39
Feb 2, 2024Experienced Sales Person
$2024 CADCyclepath - one of the largest bike shops in the Interior of B.C. - is looking for an Experienced Retail Salesperson for bike sales.
If you are a passionate and enthusiastic salesperson looking for an opportunity to further your career; who believes in providing exceptional customer service, quality work and providing a positive attitude; and wants to work in a supportive team environment that is appreciative and rewarding... Then we want to talk to you!
This role is for an experienced and qualified individual, with direct responsibility for providing Cyclepath’s top-notch customer service. Previous bike shop training and proficiency with the latest and greatest industry trends is a must-have.
A combination of the following skills are required:
A strong passion for all things bicycle!
Specific bicycle retail store sales
Knowledge of the latest mountain, road, commuter, and e-bikes.
Point-of-Sale system experience (Lightspeed preferred)
Merchandising experience is an asset
Self-motivation to manage daily workload.
Working well under pressure and fast-paced scenarios.
Organization and time management.
Excellent communication skills for clear and concise interactions.
Willing to go the extra mile for our customers.
Detail oriented, customer service master.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Greet customers in a friendly manner as they arrive
Assist with sales of bicycles, clothing, accessories, and other merchandise
Answer email and phone inquiries
Ensure a clean, organized, and efficient sales floor.
Follow up and follow through in every aspect of the position.
Watch stock levels on accessories, bikes, clothing, and other merchandise.
Support and promote the shop and our brands through social media marketing on Instagram and Facebook
Continually increase your personal product knowledge, sales skills, and career development through ongoing training.
What you get:
Competitive wages.
In-house training.
Sales training provided by external sales professional.
Lunch provided on Saturdays during the busy season and occasional after-work drinks (beverages supplied).
Fun, supportive team environment.
Option to lead group rides (optional).
Generous staff discounts on products.
Health Benefits for Fulltime staff.
Selling
Jan 18, 2023 at 12:47
Jan 18, 2023Inventory Coordinator
$2123 CADInventory Coordinator
We are seeking an Inventory Coordinator to support the maintenance and growth of our inventory system. The ideal candidate will have previous experience utilizing new point of sales (POS) systems, utilizing customer service, and have a driven attitude. The successful candidate for this position will be a team player, providing technical support for our sales and service staff, assisting them with data issues and performing other clerical duties as needed. See below for more in-depth responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
Help with the management of all E-commerce orders and website maintenance
Pick items for orders, package and ship if needed, contact customers.
Spot check inventory syncs and apply fixes as needed.
Physically receive incoming shipments from vendors, labeling, and merchandising.
Receive stock and enter data into the inventory management system accurately.
i.e. Write correct descriptions, put items into correct categories, properly assign tax class to items
Put all received stock away in its correct location, ensuring it is clean, clearly tagged, and properly packaged.
Help with the physical layout and organization of inventory.
Keeping products in the most convenient place for staff to find
Maintain inventory accuracy, maximize operational efficiency, doing cycle counts and price checks.
Assisting staff in POS processing of speciality service and sales, i.e. Special Orders
Help with restocking of products on the sales floor and warehouse.
Warranty Management and Processing
Learning/understanding processes of different suppliers
Using critical thinking and problem solving to come to a viable solution
Assist in miscellaneous clerical duties/backend organization
Qualifications:
Experience working in a fast pace warehouse or retail environment.
Those with bike shop experience will be preferred
High attention to detail and good organizational skills.
Computer literacy is mandatory:
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word (Basic understanding of spreadsheets)
Website navigation (menus, Gmail accounts, Google Sheets)
Proficient Typing Skills
Comfortable with using Ctrl+C and Ctrl+V a lot
Online sales/Smartetailing/Lightspeed POS experience an asset
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strives for Continuous Improvement, uses prioritization skills.
Autonomy; using inference when information is not readily available.
Able to bend, lift and carry up to 60 lbs.
This role can be physical; prepared to have days with over 10,000 steps.
Comfortable with ladders and lifting overhead.
Good interpersonal skills
Required to be currently able to work in Canada, and located in/near Kelowna BC.
Must be a team player!
Give us a shout if you'd think you're right for this role. We also love shredding bikes of all kinds, with weekly community group rides in the summer, and staff rides just as often.
Live, work, and ride in paradise!
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Selling
Jan 14, 2022 at 14:12
Jan 14, 2022Experienced Bike Mechanic Wanted
$40000 CADCyclepath Kelowna, one of BC's biggest bike stores, is actively looking for two Experienced Bike Mechanics who are looking to take the next step in their career to join our team.
A bit about us:
We're a locally-owned and operated full-service year-round bike store in Kelowna BC. We have recently expanded our store to include a comprehensive bike servicing and bike assembly area. The new designated bike service area is equipped with:
Fork and Shock Service Station - with tools for Fox and Rockshox rear shocks, vacuum bleeder, etc.
Wheel Building Station - with spoke cutting & threading machine.
Park Tool Dual Electric E-Bike stand in service write up area.
Fully electronic work order system and designated computers for mechanics.
Individual, fully-stocked bike work stations for mechanics.
Large stainless steel bike wash bay with econoclean.
Mucoff Bio Parts Washer.
We're looking for an experienced mechanic to take ownership of one of these bike work stations. We'd love to hear from you if you:
- have a minimum of 3 years experience as a bike mechanic in a bike shop (more details below),
- completed a certification/training as a bicycle mechanic,
- have experience in bike assembly and repair of a variety of bikes, including road bikes, hybrid, mountain (including full-suspension), and BMX bikes. Experience with ebikes an asset.
- are a passionate bicycle mechanic looking to further your career,
- believe in providing exceptional customer service with your quality work and positive attitude,
- want to work in a supportive and fun team environment.
We're also looking for a candidate with:
- Strong repair experience with a variety of bikes - road bikes, hybrid, mountain, full suspension and BMX bikes.
- Strong experience diagnosing and repairing e-bikes (preferred).
- Experience in wheel building, including determining hub, rim and spoke requirements.
- Repair and overhaul suspension.
- Repair and maintain hydraulic brakes.
- Assisting other mechanics with more technical jobs.
- Checking the quality of bike builds by assemblers and providing constructive and positive feedback.
- Work closely with other senior team members to make suggestions for changes and improvements to the service area, where necessary or needed.
- Experience advising on and ordering required stock.
- Read and understand work orders from other mechanics and service team members.
- Write out and schedule work orders.
- Provide customers with a detailed description of repairs verbally and in written form on work orders.
- Assemble bikes when required.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Our ideal mechanic will also have:
- Demonstrated organization and time management skills.
- Good communication skills, oral and written.
What we're offering:
Competitive wages that reflect your experience (starting from $25.00 per hour).
Relocation costs.
Year-round full-time position, working 35-40 hours per week.
2 weeks vacation per year
A fun team environment (our team members regularly ride together).
Opportunities to improve your skills
Opportunity to lead community group rides (optional).
Occasional after-work beverages (supplied) and lunch supplied on Saturdays during the busy season.
Extended health benefits package
An opportunity to improve your skills and grow with the position.
Demo bikes (when they're available).
Discounted Big White ski pass.
We are looking for someone who is available to work full time (5 days each week) from Monday - Saturday. Sundays off, plus one other day TBD.
Come live, ride, and work in paradise!
Please send your CV/Resume or questions to
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Heal up Brendan! Kade Edwards should definitely be in there as an alternative.