Cashier/Assistant Bike Mechanic – Intern
Title: Cashier/Assistant Bike Mechanic – Intern
Department: Operation Bicycle
Reports To: Operation Bicycle Manager
Status: Non-Exempt / Part-time
Compensation: $16.50 – $18.02/hour
Our Mission
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma Valley (BGCSV) provides positive opportunities for youth and teens to learn, succeed, and discover their full potential. Since 1962, BGCSV has served the Sonoma community with programs that support kids ages 6–18, reaching more than 2,600 youth each year.
Operation Bicycle is one of our social enterprise programs, offering hands-on education and training through bicycle mechanics, community events, and employment opportunities. The program helps teens gain job readiness, customer service, and entrepreneurial skills while giving back to the community.
Position Overview
The Cashier/Assistant Mechanic- Intern (CAM) supports daily shop operations at Operation Bicycle. This includes assisting with bike repairs, customer service, sales, and community events. The CAM helps ensure the shop runs smoothly while providing a welcoming environment for youth, volunteers, and customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Repair and service donated bicycles for resale and customer-owned bikes
- Assist with shop opening/closing duties and maintain a clean, organized workspace
- Deliver excellent customer service, including recommending bikes, parts, and accessories
- Check bikes in and out for service following established protocols
- Accept, process, and organize donations
- Receive and stock deliveries, including unpacking, labeling, and disposing of packing materials
- Operate the cash register and answer phones
- Support customers with simple bike repairs and shop services
- Assist with workshops, Farmers Market Bike Valet, and other community events
- Follow all organizational policies, safety standards, and guidelines
Required Qualifications
- Current High School student
- Ability to pass a background check and DOJ/FBI fingerprint clearance (if 18+)
- Negative TB test result
- Complete and pass Mandated Reporter training
- Work Permit required if minor
- Reliable transportation
- Punctual and trustworthy
- Strong communication skills and customer service orientation
- Mechanically inclined and eager to learn bicycle repair skills
- Self-motivated, inclusive, and collaborative team player
- Ability to lift or carry up to 40 lbs
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- At least 16 years of age
- Weekend availability