Repair and service bicycles.
Bicycle Repairers
SOC: 49-3091 O*NET: 49-3091.00
Median Salary
$40,360
per year
Job Growth
📉 -2.3%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
1.6
projected jobs/year
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Zone 2
Repair and service bicycles.
What does a Bicycle Repairers do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$30,640
10th percentile
Early Career
$35,880
25th percentile
Median
$40,360
50th percentile
Experienced
$47,560
75th percentile
Top Earners
$52,130
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$30,640
25th
$35,880
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$40,360
Mean: $41,550
75th
$47,560
90th
$52,130
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $21,490 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $35,880 and $47,560
- •Salary spread is 28.9% around the median, showing moderate variation
- •Total national employment: 12,590 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:13,200
Top Industries
Retail Trade84.1%
Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers82.9%
Sporting Goods Retailers81.9%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-2.3%
Annual Openings:1,600
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)13,200
Current
2034 (Projected)12,900
-2.3%
-300
Employment Change
-2.3%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Decline
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Bicycle Repairers professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 42 locations
California
2,240 jobs$47,6101.52x
Florida
720 jobs$39,0100.90x
Texas
640 jobs$36,7300.56x
Pennsylvania
570 jobs$36,6001.15x
New York
560 jobs$50,9100.72x
Washington
550 jobs$48,9901.92x
Minnesota
510 jobs$37,1702.15x
Arizona
500 jobs$38,3401.92x
Colorado
440 jobs$42,7901.88x
Massachusetts
440 jobs$37,4401.48x
Utah
430 jobs$43,7603.06x
Michigan
430 jobs$37,2701.20x
Oregon
380 jobs$41,6602.34x
Illinois
370 jobs$43,1700.74x
New Jersey
350 jobs$47,0901.02x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
- •Employment decline projected
What skills do you need?
Top 10 Most Important Skills
#1
Repairing
100%
#2
Critical Thinking
94%
#3
Troubleshooting
86%
#4
Active Listening
80%
#5
Equipment Maintenance
74%
#6
Equipment Selection
66%
#7
Speaking
60%
#8
Service Orientation
54%
#9
Social Perceptiveness
46%
#10
Quality Control Analysis
40%
Skills Overview
Repairing
advanced5.0
100%
Critical Thinking
advanced4.7
94%
Troubleshooting
intermediate4.3
86%
Active Listening
intermediate4.0
80%
Equipment Maintenance
intermediate3.7
74%
Equipment Selection
intermediate3.3
66%
Speaking
intermediate3.0
60%
Service Orientation
basic2.7
54%
Skills are rated on a scale of 0-5, with 5 being the most important. The complexity level indicates how advanced the skill typically needs to be.
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Repairing
advancedImportance100%
abilities
5.0/5.0
Critical Thinking
advancedImportance94%
abilities
4.7/5.0
Troubleshooting
intermediateImportance86%
skills
4.3/5.0
Active Listening
intermediateImportance80%
skills
4.0/5.0
Equipment Maintenance
intermediateImportance74%
skills
3.7/5.0
Equipment Selection
intermediateImportance66%
skills
3.3/5.0
Speaking
intermediateImportance60%
skills
3.0/5.0
Service Orientation
basicImportance54%
skills
2.7/5.0
Social Perceptiveness
basicImportance46%
skills
2.3/5.0
Quality Control Analysis
basicImportance40%
skills
2.0/5.0
Highly Transferable Skills
These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:
Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers67%
5 shared skills
Rail Car Repairers58%
5 shared skills
Watch and Clock Repairers58%
5 shared skills
Avionics Technicians54%
5 shared skills
Boilermakers54%
5 shared skills
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists54%
5 shared skills
Skills by Career Stage
Entry Level
Must Have:
- ✓Active Listening
Learn on the Job:
- →Equipment Selection
- →Speaking
- →Service Orientation
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Troubleshooting
- ✓Active Listening
- ✓Repairing
- ✓Critical Thinking
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Troubleshooting
- ★Active Listening
- ★Repairing
- ★Critical Thinking
- ★Equipment Maintenance
Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on developing the top 5 skills first - they have the highest impact on career success
- •Transferable skills open doors to related careers and provide flexibility
- •Balance technical skills with soft skills for well-rounded professional development
- •Entry-level positions prioritize foundational skills that can be built upon over time
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Bicycle Repairers
Technology Intensity
Medium
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires intermediate digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Office productivity softwareIndustry-specific applicationsBasic data entry and managementDigital communication tools
🔥
Hot Technologies in Demand
These technologies are currently trending and highly sought after in this field
Microsoft Outlook
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Excel
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Word
🔥 Hot TechTechnology Stack
Technology Stack Overview
Key technologies used in this career
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏢
Location
MOSTLY INDOOR
💪
Physical Demand
MODERATE
👥
Team Orientation
SOME TEAM
🤝
Customer Interaction
CONSTANT
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in mostly indoor environments?
- •Can you meet moderate physical demands?
- •Do you enjoy some team team environments?
- •Are you comfortable working with safety protocols and protective equipment?
What are the key tasks?
Tasks & Responsibilities
14
Core Tasks
8
Daily Tasks
20
Work Activities
0
Emerging Tasks
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General Responsibilities (14)
1
Install and adjust speed and gear mechanisms.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities100% perform100%
2
Assemble new bicycles.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities97% perform98%
3
Install, repair, and replace equipment or accessories, such as handlebars, stands, lights, and seats.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities94% perform96%
4
Align wheels.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities91% perform94%
5
Disassemble axles to repair, adjust, and replace defective parts, using hand tools.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities88% perform92%
6
Shape replacement parts, using bench grinders.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities85% perform90%
7
Repair holes in tire tubes, using scrapers and patches.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities82% perform88%
8
Install and adjust brakes and brake pads.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities79% perform86%
9
Help customers select bicycles that fit their body sizes and intended bicycle uses.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
General Responsibilities76% perform84%
10
Sell bicycles and accessories.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
General Responsibilities73% perform82%
💡 Key Takeaways
- •Daily tasks focus primarily on general responsibilities activities
- •50% of tasks are performed by most workers in this occupation
- •Career advancement brings increased leadership and strategic responsibilities
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Bicycle Repairers
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves
Is this career right for you?
Personality & Values Fit
Is This Career Right for You?
Bicycle Repairers professionals typically have a RCE Holland code and highly value independence
RRealistic
CConventional
EEnterprising
Important Personality Traits
Work styles that contribute to success as a Bicycle Repairers
Attention to Detail
CriticalAttention to Detail
Importance Level4.79
Analytical Thinking
CriticalAnalytical Thinking
Importance Level4.59
Self-Control
Very ImportantSelf-Control
Importance Level4.48
Dependability
Very ImportantDependability
Importance Level4.48
Cooperation
Very ImportantCooperation
Importance Level4.47
Adaptability/Flexibility
Very ImportantAdaptability/Flexibility
Importance Level4.41
Complete Work Styles Profile
Attention to Detail
4.8
Analytical Thinking
4.6
Self-Control
4.5
Dependability
4.5
Cooperation
4.5
Adaptability/Flexibility
4.4
Stress Tolerance
4.2
Social Orientation
4.2
Initiative
4.2
Independence
4.1
💡 Tips for Career Fit Success
- •While personality fit is important, skills can be developed with practice and training
- •Consider informational interviews to better understand the day-to-day personality requirements
- •Work environments vary by employer - research specific companies for cultural fit
- •Your interests and values may evolve - reassess periodically throughout your career
What education is required?
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Typical duration: High school diploma or GED
Preparation Level
Job Zone 2
Some Preparation Needed
Experience Needed
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
📚 Education Requirement
Required Level:High school diploma or equivalent
These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work.
Training:
Training of a few months to a year
💼 Experience Requirement
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
Common pathways to gain experience:
- • Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience
- • Vocational school programs (6 months to 2 years)
- • Industry certifications helpful
2
Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work.
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experienceVocational school programs (6 months to 2 years)Industry certifications helpful
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