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Metrolink Mechanic

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$33.95 - $35.69/hr

* Duties include performing preventative and corrective maintenance through inspecting, servicing, calibrating, aligning, repairing, truing wheels, and diagnosis of all systems and subsystems of the ...

CSC Generation

Bike Shop- Bike Tech

West Valley City, UT · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

Assembly and inspection of complete box and custom bikes, frame prep, wheel building/truing, etc. * Deal with inventory issues and order fulfillment including: inventory, picking, packing, and ...

CSC Generation

Bike Shop- Bike Tech

West Valley City, UT · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

Assembly and inspection of complete box and custom bikes, frame prep, wheel building/truing, etc. * Deal with inventory issues and order fulfillment including: inventory, picking, packing, and ...

The New Wheel

Bicycle Technician

San Francisco, CA

$22 - $32/hr

Wheel truing stands * Ebike diagnostic software Benefits * Health and Dental (for full time) * Paid vacation (for full time) * 401K * Paid training opportunities * Pre-tax commuter benefits * Lots of ...

DutchX

Bike Mechanic (E-bikes)

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$20 - $27/hr

Wheel Truing, spoke replacement, wheelbuilding * Equipment testing and assessment Ideal Candidates * Thrive in a fast-paced environment * Respectively communicate with clients, team, and customers ...

Casa Bikes

Bike Mechanic

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

Ability to perform a comprehensive tune-up (including adjustments, wheel truing, drivetrain replacement, and brake service) on a standard bike in approximately one hour. * Technical Skill:

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Bicycle Mechanic - Relocation Package Available

Orlando, FL · On-site

$41K - $54K/yr

Perform precision tasks such as wheel truing, spoke replacement, and hub overhauls to ensure optimal bike performance * Address emergency repairs, such as fixing punctured tires or snapped chains

Sundance Resort

Lead Bike Technician

Sundance, UT · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Perform tune-ups, brake and drivetrain adjustments, wheel truing, suspension setup, and component installs * Maintain high standards of safety and workmanship * Communicate repair timelines and ...

Sundance Mountain Resort

Lead Bike Technician

UT · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Perform tune-ups, brake and drivetrain adjustments, wheel truing, suspension setup, and component installs * Maintain high standards of safety and workmanship * Communicate repair timelines and ...

Sundance Mountain Resort

Lead Bike Technician

Provo, UT · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Perform tune-ups, brake and drivetrain adjustments, wheel truing, suspension setup, and component installs * Maintain high standards of safety and workmanship * Communicate repair timelines and ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Wheel Truing Technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Wheel Truing Technician, you need a solid understanding of bicycle mechanics, precise manual dexterity, and experience working with wheels and spokes, often supported by completion of a bike mechanic training program. Familiarity with truing stands, spoke wrenches, tension meters, and sometimes certification from organizations like the Barnett Bicycle Institute are typical technical requirements. Attention to detail, patience, and strong problem-solving skills help technicians consistently deliver safe, high-quality work. These abilities are essential for ensuring wheel performance, rider safety, and customer satisfaction.

What is the difference between Wheel Truing vs Wheel Building?

AspectWheel TruingWheel Building
Primary FocusCorrecting wheel alignment and roundnessAssembling wheels from components
Skills & CertificationsWheel truing skills, mechanical aptitudeWheel building skills, mechanical knowledge
Work EnvironmentBike shops, repair centersBike shops, manufacturing facilities
Tools UsedTruing stand, spoke wrenchSpoke tension meter, truing stand

While wheel truing involves adjusting spokes to ensure a wheel is true and round, wheel building encompasses the entire process of assembling a wheel from individual components. Both roles require mechanical skills and similar tools, but wheel truing is more focused on maintenance and repair, whereas wheel building is about creating new wheels from scratch.

What is wheel truing?

Wheel truing is the process of adjusting the tension of the spokes in a bicycle wheel to ensure that the rim spins straight and does not wobble from side to side or up and down. This helps maintain the wheel's structural integrity, ride quality, and safety. Truing can fix minor bends or deviations in the rim caused by impacts or regular use. The process is typically done with a spoke wrench and may require a truing stand for precise adjustments.

What are some typical challenges faced when working as a wheel truer, and how can they be addressed?

Wheel truers often encounter challenges such as dealing with rims that are severely bent, identifying subtle spoke tensions, and ensuring wheels remain structurally sound after adjustments. Addressing these requires strong attention to detail, patience, and experience with various truing stands and spoke wrenches. Effective communication with mechanics and customers is also essential to clarify issues and set realistic expectations. Continued learning and practice are key to mastering the nuances of wheel truing and delivering high-quality results.
Infographic showing various Wheel Truing job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, and 38% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.
Part Time Bicycle Technician

Part Time Bicycle Technician

New Haven Public Schools

New Haven, CT

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Other

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Bicycle Technician - Part Time
The PE Department will be starting a Bicycle Program for our K-6 Students.
Job Duties:
The Physical Education Bicycle Technician will be responsible for repairing, maintaining, and assembling bicycles by diagnosing issues, replacing worn parts, adjusting components like brakes and gears, and performing tune-ups, all while ensuring the bike is safe and functions properly; this may include tasks like wheel truing, tire changes, chain cleaning, and basic frame repairs.
Job Requirements:
Past experience in bicycle repair, experience with the general bicycle mechanics, ability to ride and test bicycles. General knowledge of tools.
*Will be paid via stipend.  ($6,000)
For more information, contact Erik Patchkofsky at Erik.Patchkofsky@new-haven.k12.ct.us
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