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Outpost Team Member

Transition Bikes is looking for someone who genuinely enjoys connecting with people to join our Outpost team. This role blends customer experience, bike repairs, and sales, but at its core, it's about creating memorable interactions and making every person who walks through the door feel welcome.

You're someone who gets energy from being around people. You're outgoing, approachable, and naturally go out of your way to make others feel comfortable and taken care of.

You don't just help customers, you look for ways to make their experience better than expected. Whether that's remembering a name, offering a thoughtful recommendation, or taking an extra step others wouldn't think to take, you care about leaving a positive impression.

You're excited to make people's days better. You're the kind of person who notices what someone needs before they ask, and you take pride in creating a welcoming, inclusive environment.

You also bring a strong interest in bikes and a willingness to learn. You enjoy working with a team, sharing knowledge, and contributing to a fun, supportive atmosphere.

We're less focused on finding the most experienced candidate and more focused on finding someone who brings energy, initiative, and a genuine desire to take care of people.

What You'll Do

Customer Experience

• Create a welcoming, high-energy environment for everyone who walks in
• Go out of your way to make each customer interaction memorable
• Help customers find the right bike or setup for their needs
• Set up and assist with demo bikes and new bike deliveries
• Tend the bar and serve drinks/snacks while maintaining a great atmosphere
• Assist with general sales and customer inquiries

Operations

• Perform opening and closing duties.
• Help maintain the demo fleet by cleaning and preparing demo bikes.
• Stock, label, organize, and merchandise products.
• Monitor and respond to emails and phone calls.

Bike Repairs and Maintenance

• Perform bike repairs and maintenance on customer bikes, demo fleet bikes, and showroom bikes.
• Help maintain the demo fleet, including cleaning and prepping bikes for customers.
• Assemble new bikes for the showroom floor and for customer orders.
• Offer feedback to product development and customer service teams to improve quality control and customer satisfaction.

What Matters in This Role

A mix of experience, attitude, and how you show up day to day

• Experience in a bike shop is a plus
• Experience with bike repairs and maintenance is a plus
• Experience in retail or other customer-facing roles is a plus
• Knowledge of mountain bikes, components, and accessories
• Organized and able to keep a clean, dialed workspace
• Clear, friendly, and confident communication
• Comfortable starting conversations and engaging with a wide range of people
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, social environment
• Available to work weekends
• Must have, or be eligible to earn, a valid M.A.S.T. permit (21+)
• Must live in, or be willing to relocate to, Bellingham, WA

Why Join Transition Bikes?

• Comprehensive Benefits: We provide excellent health, dental, and vision benefits at an affordable cost. Plus, our Aflac accident insurance is offered at no cost to you, providing extra protection in case of injury.
• Retirement Savings: We offer a Simple IRA with employer matching after one year.
• Employee Discounts: Enjoy generous discounts on the products we produce, along with access to industry-related gear at discounted prices.
• Work-Life Balance: We recognize the importance of balancing personal and professional responsibilities and support you in maintaining that balance, helping you manage both effectively.
• Company Culture: At Transition, we value time spent on the bike with our team. Our annual trip and regular company rides offer an opportunity to connect with coworkers, enjoy the sport we all love, and keep our focus on the reason we're here and why we do the work we do.
• Community Engagement: Being part of Transition means actively giving back to the biking community. You'll have opportunities to contribute to trail-building and other community-building activities.