# Bicycle Repairers

> Repair and service bicycles.
- **Entity Type:** role
- **Schema Version:** role.v1
- **Soc Code:** 49-3091.00
- **Summary:** Repair and service bicycles.

## Aliases

- Bicycle Mechanic
- Bicycle Service Technician
- Bicycle Technician
- Bike Mechanic
- Bicycle Fitter
- Bicycle Repair Technician
- Bicycle Repairman
- Bicycle Assembler
- Bicycle Repairer
- Bike Assembler
- Bike Assembler Tech (Bicycle Assembler Technician)
- Bike Technician

## Tasks

| Text | Type | Iwa |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Install and adjust brakes and brake pads. | Core | 4.A.3.a.2.d |
| Help customers select bicycles that fit their body sizes and intended bicycle uses. | Core | 4.A.4.a.1.a |
| Align wheels. | Core | 4.A.3.a.2.ao |
| Assemble new bicycles. | Core | 4.A.3.a.2.d |
| Sell bicycles and accessories. | Core | 4.A.4.a.6.b |
| Install, repair, and replace equipment or accessories, such as handlebars, stands, lights, and seats. | Core | 4.A.3.a.2.d |
| Install new tires and tubes. | Core | 4.A.3.a.2.d |
| Install and adjust speed and gear mechanisms. | Core | 4.A.3.a.2.d |
| Clean and lubricate bicycle parts. | Core | 4.A.3.b.4.a |
| Order bicycle parts. | Core | 4.A.4.c.3.e |
| Disassemble axles to repair, adjust, and replace defective parts, using hand tools. | Core | 4.A.3.a.2.s |
| Build wheels by cutting and threading new spokes. | Core | 4.A.3.a.2.d |

## Emerging Tasks

| Text |
| --- |
| Estimate costs of repairing bicycles and write service tickets. |
| Make adjustments to bicycles to improve customer fit and riding position. |

## Activities

| Name | Iwa |
| --- | --- |
| Install vehicle parts or accessories. | 4.A.3.a.2.d |
| Adjust vehicle components according to specifications. | 4.A.3.a.2.i |
| Explain technical product or service information to customers. | 4.A.4.a.1.a |
| Sell products or services. | 4.A.4.a.6.b |
| Perform basic equipment maintenance. | 4.A.3.b.4.a |
| Order materials, supplies, or equipment. | 4.A.4.c.3.e |
| Assemble mechanical components or machine parts. | 4.A.3.a.2.d |
| Align equipment or machinery. | 4.A.3.a.2.ao |
| Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair. | 4.A.3.a.2.s |
| Grind parts to required dimensions. | 4.A.3.a.2.o |
| Repair tires. | 4.A.3.b.4.d |

## Capabilities

| Name | Family | Value |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mechanical | knowledge | 4.97 |
| Customer and Personal Service | knowledge | 4.22 |
| Sales and Marketing | knowledge | 4.05 |
| Repairing | transferable_skill | 3.88 |
| Visualization | ability | 3.88 |
| Finger Dexterity | ability | 3.88 |
| Near Vision | ability | 3.88 |
| Arm-Hand Steadiness | ability | 3.75 |
| Manual Dexterity | ability | 3.75 |
| English Language | knowledge | 3.64 |
| Active Listening | essential_skill | 3.62 |
| Critical Thinking | essential_skill | 3.62 |
| Troubleshooting | transferable_skill | 3.62 |
| Problem Sensitivity | ability | 3.62 |
| Information Ordering | ability | 3.62 |
| Oral Expression | ability | 3.5 |
| Speech Clarity | ability | 3.5 |
| Administration and Management | knowledge | 3.48 |
| Engineering and Technology | knowledge | 3.48 |
| Speaking | essential_skill | 3.38 |
| Service Orientation | transferable_skill | 3.38 |
| Equipment Selection | transferable_skill | 3.38 |
| Equipment Maintenance | transferable_skill | 3.38 |
| Oral Comprehension | ability | 3.38 |
| Speech Recognition | ability | 3.38 |
| Social Perceptiveness | transferable_skill | 3.25 |
| Quality Control Analysis | transferable_skill | 3.25 |
| Design | knowledge | 3.23 |
| Production and Processing | knowledge | 3.12 |
| Control Precision | ability | 3.12 |
| Reading Comprehension | essential_skill | 3 |
| Complex Problem Solving | transferable_skill | 3 |
| Mathematics | knowledge | 3 |
| Written Comprehension | ability | 3 |
| Deductive Reasoning | ability | 3 |
| Inductive Reasoning | ability | 3 |
| Category Flexibility | ability | 3 |
| Selective Attention | ability | 3 |
| Extent Flexibility | ability | 3 |
| Administrative | knowledge | 2.93 |

## Skills

| Name | Type |
| --- | --- |
| Visualization | Specialized Skill |
| Finger Dexterity | Common Skill |
| English Language | Common Skill |
| Information Ordering | Specialized Skill |
| Critical Thinking | Common Skill |
| Active Listening | Common Skill |
| Speech Recognition | Specialized Skill |
| Equipment Selection | Specialized Skill |
| Equipment Maintenance | Specialized Skill |
| Social Perceptiveness | Common Skill |
| Reading Comprehension | Common Skill |
| Microsoft Word | Common Skill |
| Microsoft Outlook | Common Skill |
| Microsoft Excel | Common Skill |
| Mathematics | Common Skill |
| Inductive Reasoning | Common Skill |
| Deductive Reasoning | Common Skill |
| Complex Problem Solving | Common Skill |
| Writing | Common Skill |
| Negotiation | Common Skill |
| Active Learning | Common Skill |
| Time Management | Common Skill |
| Learning Strategies | Specialized Skill |
| Instructing | Specialized Skill |
| Depth Perception | Common Skill |
| Systems Analysis | Specialized Skill |
| Installation | Specialized Skill |
| Physics | Specialized Skill |
| Chemistry | Specialized Skill |
| Psychology | Specialized Skill |
| Telecommunications | Specialized Skill |
| Geography | Specialized Skill |
| Foreign Language | Common Skill |
| Biology | Specialized Skill |

## Tools

| Example | Category | Hot | In Demand |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software | yes | no |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software | yes | no |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software | yes | no |
| LightSpeed Cloud | Point of sale POS software | no | no |
| Pedal Powered Software Bicycle Repair Man | Data base user interface and query software | no | no |
| RepairTRAX | Data base user interface and query software | no | no |
| Upland Consulting Group Repair Traq | Data base user interface and query software | no | no |
| Web browser software | Internet browser software | no | no |

## Work Context

| Name | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Telephone Conversations | 5 |
| Indoors, Environmentally Controlled | 4.99 |
| Frequency of Decision Making | 4.97 |
| Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls | 4.94 |
| Deal With External Customers or the Public in General | 4.82 |
| Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results | 4.79 |
| Freedom to Make Decisions | 4.63 |
| Time Pressure | 4.53 |
| Spend Time Standing | 4.5 |
| Importance of Being Exact or Accurate | 4.48 |
| Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals | 4.46 |
| Contact With Others | 4.38 |
| Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets | 4.32 |
| Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams | 4.31 |
| Exposed to Contaminants | 4.14 |
| E-Mail | 4.13 |
| Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable | 3.92 |
| Consequence of Error | 3.8 |
| Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions | 3.67 |
| Physical Proximity | 3.59 |
| Exposed to Hazardous Equipment | 3.31 |
| Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team | 3.26 |
| Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers | 3.23 |
| Conflict Situations | 3.23 |
| Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings | 3.06 |
| Dealing With Unpleasant, Angry, or Discourteous People | 2.96 |
| Spend Time Bending or Twisting Your Body | 2.93 |
| Level of Competition | 2.85 |
| Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities | 2.48 |
| Spend Time Walking or Running | 2.44 |
| Exposed to Hazardous Conditions | 2.33 |
| Health and Safety of Other Workers | 2.27 |
| Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures | 2.26 |
| Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling | 2.26 |
| Importance of Repeating Same Tasks | 2.22 |
| Exposed to Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions | 2.13 |
| Public Speaking | 2.01 |
| Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled | 2.01 |
| Exposed to Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting Conditions | 1.87 |
| Spend Time Sitting | 1.85 |

## Preparation

- **Job Zone:** 2
- **Job Zone Name:** Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed
- **Education:** Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some occupations may not.
- **Experience:** Some occupations may need little or no previous experience; others require several months to a year of experience. For example, landscaping and groundskeeping workers might require very little training or previous experience, while agricultural equipment operators can benefit from on-the job training.
- **Svp Range:** (Below 6.0)

### Education Distribution

| Label | Percentage |
| --- | --- |
| High School Diploma | 29.96 |
| Some College Courses | 17.66 |
| Post-Secondary Certificate | 1.57 |

## Person Fit

| Name | Family | Value |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Realistic | career_interest_type | 7 |
| Mechanics/Electronics | specific_interest_area | 5.76 |
| Physical/Manual Labor | specific_interest_area | 4.98 |
| Conventional | career_interest_type | 3.34 |
| Engineering | specific_interest_area | 3.2 |
| Attention to Detail | work_style | 2.25 |
| Dependability | work_style | 2.14 |
| Sales | specific_interest_area | 2.1 |
| Personal Service | specific_interest_area | 2.07 |
| Investigative | career_interest_type | 1.82 |
| Construction/Woodwork | specific_interest_area | 1.73 |
| Social | career_interest_type | 1.62 |
| Athletics | specific_interest_area | 1.59 |
| Cautiousness | work_style | 1.5 |
| Enterprising | career_interest_type | 1.49 |
| Transportation/Machine Operation | specific_interest_area | 1.46 |

## Related Roles

| Soc Code | Slug | Title | Tier |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 49-3052.00 | role-49-3052-00 | Motorcycle Mechanics | Primary-Short |
| 49-3093.00 | role-49-3093-00 | Tire Repairers and Changers | Primary-Short |
| 49-3053.00 | role-49-3053-00 | Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics | Primary-Short |
| 49-3043.00 | role-49-3043-00 | Rail Car Repairers | Primary-Short |
| 49-2092.00 | role-49-2092-00 | Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers | Primary-Short |
| 51-2031.00 | role-51-2031-00 | Engine and Other Machine Assemblers | Primary-Long |
| 49-3023.00 | role-49-3023-00 | Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics | Primary-Long |
| 49-3092.00 | role-49-3092-00 | Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians | Primary-Long |
| 49-3051.00 | role-49-3051-00 | Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians | Primary-Long |
| 51-9197.00 | role-51-9197-00 | Tire Builders | Primary-Long |
| 49-3042.00 | role-49-3042-00 | Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | Supplemental |
| 51-6041.00 | role-51-6041-00 | Shoe and Leather Workers and Repairers | Supplemental |

## Career Clusters

| Cluster | Slug |
| --- | --- |
| Supply Chain & Transportation | supply-chain-transportation |

## Education Level

- **Category:** High school diploma or equivalent

## Study Programs

| Title | Slug |
| --- | --- |
| Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians | mechanic-and-repair-technologies-technicians |

## Market

- **Median Wage:** 40360
- **Mean Wage:** 41550
- **Pct10Wage:** 30640
- **Pct25Wage:** 35880
- **Pct75Wage:** 47560
- **Pct90Wage:** 52130
- **Employment:** 12590
- **Area Title:** U.S.

## Industries


### Top

| Naics | Slug | Title | Level | Employment | Median Wage | Lq |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 44-45 | 44-45 | Retail Trade | Sector | 10590 | 39640 | 8.32 |
| 459110 | 459110 | Sporting Goods Retailers | National industry | 10310 | 39660 | 424.13 |
| 53 | 53 | Real Estate and Rental and Leasing | Sector | 860 | 48120 | 4.45 |
| 81 | 81 | Other Services (except Public Administration) | Sector | 610 | 38660 | 1.69 |
| 71 | 71 | Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation | Sector | 170 | 41260 | 0.79 |
| 72 | 72 | Accommodation and Food Services | Sector | 70 | 42000 |  |
| 31-33 | 31-33 | Manufacturing | Sector | 50 | 37060 |  |
| 61 | 61 | Educational Services | Sector | 30 | 26860 |  |
| 42 | 42 | Wholesale Trade | Sector |  | 47790 |  |

### Concentrated

| Naics | Slug | Title | Level | Employment | Lq |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 459110 | 459110 | Sporting Goods Retailers | National industry | 10310 | 424.13 |
| 44-45 | 44-45 | Retail Trade | Sector | 10590 | 8.32 |
| 53 | 53 | Real Estate and Rental and Leasing | Sector | 860 | 4.45 |
| 81 | 81 | Other Services (except Public Administration) | Sector | 610 | 1.69 |
| 71 | 71 | Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation | Sector | 170 | 0.79 |
- **Count:** 9

## Ai Signals

| Source | Label | Score | Scale | Release |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| frey_osborne | Computerization probability | 0.94 | 0-1 probability | 2013-baseline-2016-employment-snapshot |
| felten_aioe | AI occupational exposure | -0.9226068 | relative exposure score | 2021-plus-generative-ai-workbooks |
| felten_image_generation_aioe | Image generation occupational exposure | -0.8373286 | relative exposure score | 2021-plus-generative-ai-workbooks |
| felten_language_modeling_aioe | Language modeling occupational exposure | -0.8226086 | relative exposure score | 2021-plus-generative-ai-workbooks |

## Ai Outlook


### Index

- **Value:** 29
- **Percentile:** 28
- **Band:** Low
- **Version:** ai-exposure-index-v1

#### Components

| Percentile | Source |
| --- | --- |
| 21 | felten_aioe |
| 25 | openai_gpts_are_gpts |
| 40 | microsoft_working_with_ai |
- **Component Count:** 3

### Exposure

| Source | Label | Value | Percentile | Band | Note |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| felten_aioe | Overall AI exposure (Felten et al.) | -0.9226068 | 21 | Low | How much this job's abilities overlap with what AI systems can do, across many AI capabilities. A relative research score, not a forecast of job loss. |
| eloundou_gamma | LLM task exposure, γ (OpenAI / Eloundou) | 0.20689655172413793 | 25 | Low | Share of this job's tasks where a large language model plus simple tools could cut the time to do them by at least half. γ is capped at 1.0 and many jobs reach that ceiling, so treat a top score as 'in the top group', not a precise rank. |
| microsoft_applicability | AI assistant applicability (Microsoft) | 0.12242980842650766 | 40 | Moderate | How applicable today's AI assistants are to this job's activities, measured from real Microsoft Copilot conversations. Applicability is not the same as replacement. |

### Frey Historical

- **Source:** frey
- **Label:** Computerization probability (Frey & Osborne, 2013)
- **Value:** 0.94
- **Percentile:** 86
- **Band:** High
- **Note:** A pre-LLM (2013) estimate of how automatable this job is by computerization and robotics. Shown for historical context only — it is not part of any current AI ranking.
- **Teleworkable:** no

### Eloundou

- **Alpha:** 0
- **Beta:** 0.10344827586206896
- **Gamma:** 0.20689655172413793

### Usage Tasks


### Bls

- **Growth Percent:** -2.3
- **Growth Percentile:** 18
- **Direction:** Declining
- **Annual Openings Thousands:** 1.6
- **Annual Openings Percentile:** 23
- **Employment2024Thousands:** 13.2
- **Employment2034Thousands:** 12.9

### Sources

| Source | Version |
| --- | --- |
| bls_employment_projections | 2024-2034 |
| dingel_neiman | dingel-neiman-workathome |
| felten_aioe | felten-raj-seamans-aioe |
| frey_osborne | frey-osborne-automation |
| microsoft_working_with_ai | working-with-ai |
| openai_gpts_are_gpts | gpts-are-gpts |

## Counts

- **Tasks:** 14
- **Skills:** 34
- **Capabilities:** 120
- **Tools:** 8
- **Related Roles:** 20

## Source

- **Dataset:** gold.onet_role_starter_surface
- **Version:** 30.3
- **Generated At:** 2026-06-02T21:00:32.945303+00:00
- **Content Hash:** 7fc1d5ba11274cab