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Metro Transit

MetroLink Mechanic

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$33.20/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 ...

Bi-State Development

MetroLink Mechanic

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$33.20/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 ...

Playtri St. Petersburg

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Bicycle Mechanic - Relocation Package Available

Tampa, 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

KC&E Adventures

Bicycle Mechanic

Lyndonville, VT · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

... wheel truing, and suspension service (as experience allows) • Work with customers to explain repairs, recommend services, and ensure a great experience • Support rental fleet upkeep, including ...

KC&E Adventures

Bicycle Mechanic

Litchfield, CT · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

... wheel truing, and suspension service (as experience allows) • Work with customers to explain repairs, recommend services, and ensure a great experience • Support rental fleet upkeep, including ...

Landry's Bicycles

Bicycle Technician

Norwood, MA

$15 - $26/hr

Wheel Truing Benefits We offer a professional, career-oriented workplace focused on teamwork, learning, community service, and (of course) bicycling. Employee benefits include: * Staff training ...

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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.
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MetroLink Mechanic

MetroLink Mechanic

Metro Transit

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

$33.20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Metro Transit rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 31 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

69th of 645 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

MetroLink Mechanic
Full Time 33.95 - 33.95 (Hourly)
Ready to ditch FLAT RATE pay for good? Get the financial peace of mind you deserve from day one:
  • $5,000 Sign-On Bonus to welcome you to the team
  • Steady, reliable weekly paychecks (No more unpredictable flat rates!)
  • Excellent overtime opportunities to boost your take-home pay
Best of all? This isn't just a job-it's a career path. We actively invest in our team, offering a clear opportunity to grow into management-level roles.
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Benefits
  • Join a company committed to making a positive impact in the community.
  • Receive a substantial tool allowance.
  • Enjoy stable, hourly pay ($33.20/hr) with consistent paychecks and excellent potential for overtime-never worry about industry "flat rate" standards, bad assignments, or unpaid setbacks from rust and dirt.
  • Access your pay when you need it through Daily Pay which gives you access to your pay before the next payday.
  • Enjoy comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage with flexible options ranging from ultra-low cost to low-cost to fit your family's budget.
  • Build a long-term career without starting over: Move into new roles (body shop, mechanical, trains, buildings) and access advanced special training all within the same organization.
  • Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays: Enjoy paid vacation starting after just 6 months (scaling up to 6 weeks based on tenure), 11 paid holidays (including Juneteenth, your birthday, and floating options), and monthly sick leave accrual after your first year.
  • Get back up childcare or eldercare through our Bright Horizons program. This gives each employee 15 sessions per year to use these services and a minimal co-pay. 1 session can be up to 10 hours of care for your loved one.
  • Have your Student Loans go away! Bi-State Development is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
  • Tuition reimbursement programs available. $5,250 annually.
  • Robust Tuition Support: Maximize your professional growth with up to 100% tuition coverage through our partnership with UMSL or save 20% on courses at Webster University and Lindenwood University.
  • Student loan payment 401k match programs available.
  • Access to pet insurance and other supplemental benefits.
  • Participate in our wellness program, which includes free health screenings.
  • Work out anytime for FREE at one of our nine onsite gyms, available 24/7 or get exclusive gym discounts at Club Fitness, The Edge Fitness Clubs, and Genesis Health Clubs - Ballpark Village.
  • Enjoy free MetroLink and MetroBus access.
  • Save with discounted cell phone plans.

Let us support your well-being and professional growth while making a difference!
Job Summary
Performs skilled services involving the inspection,troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of all electronic, electrical andmechanical equipment on rail vehicles. Operates diagnostic testequipment, solving complex equipment malfunctions and other problems. Applies principles/techniques as applied to rail car equipment and maintainsup-to-date knowledge of rail equipment maintenance techniques. Worksunder limited supervision, operates equipment necessary for the repair andmaintenance of Light Rail (LR) cars; maintains, logs and completes reportsrelating to job functions.
Job Responsibilities
  • Duties include performing preventative and corrective maintenance through inspecting, servicing, calibrating, aligning, repairing, truing wheels, and diagnosis of all systems and subsystems of the LRV. Such systems and subsystems include such elements as the following: high and/or low voltage electrical and mechanical systems such as propulsion, printed circuit boards, amplifiers, logic gates, operation of thyristor, various applications of capacitors, relay switches and logic, static converter, motors, air brakes, compressors, HVAC, trucks, wheels, axles, and other LRV systems to ensure optimum operating efficiency consistent with design and management of requirements.
  • Conducts routine inspection for major repairs, overhaul and preventive maintenance.
  • Uses and operates various types of equipment including hand tools, power tools, measuring tools, diagnostic test equipment such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, wheel truing machines, wheel/axle press, tire press, fixtures, cranes, and any other specialized test or maintenance equipment necessary for the maintenance and repair of the light rail vehicles.
  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge of electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and mechanical principles as applied to LRV equipment and interprets technical publications, blueprints, source code manuals, wiring and circuit diagrams, etc. so as to be able to determine the cause of LRV problems and to make corrective repairs.
  • Responsible for completing thorough equipment reports and records.
  • Solves unusual and complex equipment malfunctions; performs necessary repairs.
  • Operates special equipment not limited to re-railing equipment and portable jacks and other related duties as required.
  • Upon successful completion of a limited operations examination, Electromechanic will move LRVs in the yard(s) and shop(s) necessary for maintenance and train make-up, etc. Such movements will require the operation of switches either manually or via control apparatuses.
  • Operates trucks, high rail vehicles and similar equipment; pulls trailers.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic theory and principles demonstrated by the successful completion of the qualifying period.
  • Knowledge and understanding of maintenance and repair techniques acquired through experience as a skilled mechanic.
  • Ability to successfully complete comprehensive technical exams administered during the LRV Electromechanic training program.
  • Ability to work under limited supervision.
  • Must maintain required training and certifications (including but not limited to Commercial Driver's License).DOT physical (if required and not grand-fathered), and essential functions test for the safe operations and maintenance of trains (including tier training certifications, re-rail equipment training, and hi-rail equipment training).
  • Must provide his/her tools.
  • Ability to perform physical requirements of the job.
  • Successful completion of training program and post-training qualification period
  • Must have the appropriate CDL license or the ability to obtain the appropriate CDL permit

Compensation:
33.95 - 33.95 (Hourly)
Employment Type:
Full Time
Education:
High School or equivalent
Location:
700 South Ewing
Saint Louis, Missouri, 63103
United States
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Bi-State Development is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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