Miscellaneous Vehicle and Mobile Equipment Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers

Job Zone

Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed

Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some occupations may not.

Job Zones group occupations into one of five categories based on the education, experience, and training typically needed to perform them.

O’NET publishes details below this occupation’s level. Showing Bicycle Repairers — one of 3 occupations here: Bicycle Repairers, Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians, Tire Repairers and Changers.

Tasks

Specific duties and responsibilities regularly performed in this occupation.

Install and adjust speed and gear mechanisms.93
Install and adjust brakes and brake pads.91
Install new tires and tubes.91
Assemble new bicycles.91
Estimate costs of repairing bicycles and write service tickets.91
Install, repair, and replace equipment or accessories, such as handlebars, stands, lights, and seats.90
Clean and lubricate bicycle parts.90
Order bicycle parts.86
Sell bicycles and accessories.85
Align wheels.83
Make adjustments to bicycles to improve customer fit and riding position.82
Disassemble axles to repair, adjust, and replace defective parts, using hand tools.79

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Help customers select bicycles that fit their body sizes and intended bicycle uses.77
Repair holes in tire tubes, using scrapers and patches.65
Build wheels by cutting and threading new spokes.62
Shape replacement parts, using bench grinders.60
Paint bicycle frames, using spray guns or brushes.41
Weld broken or cracked frames together, using oxyacetylene torches and welding rods.26
Inspect and repair tubeless tire systems and accessories.—
Install tubeless tire systems and accessories.—

Skills

Developed capacities that facilitate learning or the more rapid acquisition of knowledge.

Repairing72
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
Active Listening66
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Critical Thinking63
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Troubleshooting60
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
Service Orientation56
Actively looking for ways to help people.
Time Management53
Managing one's own time and the time of others.
Equipment Maintenance50
Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
Quality Control Analysis50
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Reading Comprehension50
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Social Perceptiveness50
Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Speaking50
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Complex Problem Solving47
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

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Equipment Selection47
Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
Installation47
Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
Persuasion47
Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
Coordination44
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Judgment and Decision Making44
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Monitoring44
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Operations Monitoring44
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Writing44
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Active Learning41
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Instructing41
Teaching others how to do something.
Learning Strategies41
Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Negotiation41
Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
Systems Analysis41
Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
Operation and Control38
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Systems Evaluation38
Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
Management of Personnel Resources31
Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
Management of Financial Resources25
Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
Management of Material Resources25
Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
Mathematics25
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Technology Design22
Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
Operations Analysis16
Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
Programming3
Writing computer programs for various purposes.
Science0
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

Knowledge

Organized sets of principles and facts that apply in general domains.

Mechanical92
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Customer and Personal Service86
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Sales and Marketing69
Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
Public Safety and Security65
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Production and Processing60
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Engineering and Technology58
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Administration and Management57
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Administrative56
Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.
Economics and Accounting53
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Physics49
Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.
Education and Training48
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
English Language45
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.

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Mathematics43
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Transportation41
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
Chemistry39
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Computers and Electronics35
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Psychology35
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Design34
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Law and Government34
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
Communications and Media32
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
Personnel and Human Resources28
Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
Telecommunications28
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
Sociology and Anthropology26
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.
Therapy and Counseling22
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
Foreign Language21
Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
Geography20
Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
Building and Construction17
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Medicine and Dentistry16
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
Philosophy and Theology16
Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
Biology13
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
History and Archeology11
Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
Food Production4
Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
Fine Arts2
Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.

Abilities

Enduring attributes of the individual that influence performance.

Near Vision72
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Finger Dexterity69
The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Visualization69
The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
Arm-Hand Steadiness66
The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
Information Ordering66
The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
Manual Dexterity66
The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
Problem Sensitivity66
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
Oral Expression63
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Speech Clarity60
The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
Control Precision53
The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
Deductive Reasoning53
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Inductive Reasoning53
The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

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Oral Comprehension53
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Speech Recognition53
The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
Category Flexibility50
The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
Extent Flexibility50
The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
Selective Attention50
The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
Written Comprehension50
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Far Vision47
The ability to see details at a distance.
Perceptual Speed47
The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
Trunk Strength47
The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.
Multilimb Coordination44
The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
Static Strength44
The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
Time Sharing44
The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
Flexibility of Closure41
The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
Written Expression41
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
Depth Perception38
The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
Fluency of Ideas38
The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
Visual Color Discrimination38
The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
Originality35
The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
Wrist-Finger Speed35
The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
Speed of Closure31
The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
Dynamic Strength28
The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
Gross Body Coordination28
The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
Memorization28
The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
Number Facility28
The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
Rate Control28
The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
Reaction Time28
The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
Auditory Attention25
The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
Gross Body Equilibrium25
The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
Hearing Sensitivity25
The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
Mathematical Reasoning25
The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
Response Orientation25
The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.
Stamina25
The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
Explosive Strength22
The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
Glare Sensitivity22
The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
Spatial Orientation22
The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
Peripheral Vision19
The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
Speed of Limb Movement19
The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
Sound Localization13
The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
Night Vision10
The ability to see under low-light conditions.
Dynamic Flexibility3
The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.

Work Activities

General types of job behaviors occurring on multiple jobs.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems87
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events86
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Getting Information83
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Handling and Moving Objects82
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials82
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Selling or Influencing Others80
Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
Communicating with People Outside the Organization78
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge77
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others76
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information75
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public75
Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment73
Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

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Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others72
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People72
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others70
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships69
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates68
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Controlling Machines and Processes68
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Documenting/Recording Information68
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work68
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Performing General Physical Activities68
Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings65
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Scheduling Work and Activities64
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
Training and Teaching Others64
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
Assisting and Caring for Others63
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Developing and Building Teams63
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
Working with Computers63
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Thinking Creatively62
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Analyzing Data or Information61
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Coaching and Developing Others61
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards61
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates61
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
Processing Information61
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Monitoring and Controlling Resources56
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment56
Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others54
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
Performing Administrative Activities49
Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
Developing Objectives and Strategies47
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment46
Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment38
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
Staffing Organizational Units38
Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.

Work Styles

Personal characteristics that can affect how well someone performs a job.

Attention to Detail75
A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
Dependability71
A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
Cautiousness50
A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.
Cooperation42
A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
Perseverance39
A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.
Integrity38
A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
Social Orientation37
A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
Achievement Orientation35
A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.
Empathy26
A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feelings at work.
Initiative25
A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.
Intellectual Curiosity25
A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.
Sincerity25
A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.

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Optimism22
A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even under difficult circumstances.
Stress Tolerance22
A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
Humility21
A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
Self-Control20
A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.
Self-Confidence19
A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.
Adaptability15
A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.
Innovation12
A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on ways to accomplish work.

Interests (RIASEC)

Holland's six occupational interest types (RIASEC) this work tends to attract.

Realistic100
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
Conventional39
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
Investigative14
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
Social10
Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.
Enterprising8
Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertising, finance, management/administration, professional advising, public speaking, politics, or law.
Artistic3
Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.

Work Context

Physical and social factors that influence the nature of work.

Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams
- Every day98%
Telephone Conversations
- Every day92%
Spend Time Standing
- Continually or almost continually78%
- More than half the time17%
Freedom to Make Decisions
- A lot of freedom65%
- Some freedom32%
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals
- A lot of freedom62%
- Some freedom28%
Contact With Others
- Constant contact with others41%
- Contact with others most of the time59%
Deal With External Customers or the Public in General
- Very important11%
Time Pressure
Frequency of Decision Making
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
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Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
Spend Time Bending or Twisting Your Body
- About half the time11%
Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team
- Very important12%
Physical Proximity
- Moderately close (at arm's length)36%
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
- Once a year or more but not every month14%
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
- Never12%
Health and Safety of Other Workers
- Moderate responsibility11%
Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers
- High responsibility32%
Written Letters and Memos
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
- Once a week or more but not every day76%
- Never12%
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
- Very important23%
Dealing With Unpleasant, Angry, or Discourteous People
Conflict Situations
- Once a month or more but not every week13%
Duration of Typical Work Week
- Less than 40 hours11%
Exposed to Contaminants
- Every day24%
Spend Time Walking or Running
Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable
- Once a week or more but not every day11%
Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions
- Every day26%
Consequence of Error
- Extremely serious24%
Level of Competition
- Moderately competitive80%
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Exposed to Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
- Continually or almost continually24%
- Less than half the time56%
- Never17%
Exposed to Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting Conditions
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Operate Enclosed Equipment
- Once a year or more but not every month12%
Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Spend Time Sitting
- Less than half the time91%
Dealing with Violent or Physically Aggressive People
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Work Schedules
Outdoors, Under Cover
Public Speaking
Exposed to High Places
Degree of Automation
- Not at all automated91%
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
- Less than half the time11%
- Never89%
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
- Not important at all98%
Exposed to Radiation
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
In an Open Vehicle or Operating Equipment
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection

Typical Education Levels Reported

Education levels O*NET survey respondents in this occupation most often reported having.

High school diploma or equivalent
Some college, no degree
Less than high school diploma

Technology Skills

Specific software and technology tools commonly used on the job.

Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Data base user interface and query software
Pedal Powered Software Bicycle Repair Man, RepairTRAX, Upland Consulting Group Repair Traq
Electronic mail software
Microsoft Outlook
Point of sale POS software
LightSpeed Cloud
Word processing software
Microsoft Word
Internet browser software
Web browser software

Professional Associations

Organizations related to this occupation, such as industry and licensing bodies.

Related Occupations

Occupations that call for similar work and worker requirements.

Detailed Work Activities

More specific, granular versions of the Work Activities above.

Install vehicle parts or accessories.
Adjust vehicle components according to specifications.
Assemble mechanical components or machine parts.
Calculate requirements for equipment installation or repair projects.
Estimate maintenance service requirements or costs.
Prepare financial documents.
Perform basic equipment maintenance.
Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
Sell products or services.
Align equipment or machinery.
Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Measure clients to ensure proper product fit.

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Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.
Explain technical product or service information to customers.
Repair tires.
Grind parts to required dimensions.
Apply paint to surfaces.
Operate painting or coating equipment.
Paint surfaces or equipment.
Operate welding equipment.
Weld metal components.

Apprenticeship Occupations

Registered apprenticeship program titles associated with this occupation.

Bicycle Repair Technician

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