Retail Shop Technician - Part Time (Backcountry Outlet)

Backcountry Outlet is a new retail division built on a simple idea: expert gear guidance paired with accessible pricing. It’s a place where seasoned skiers, first-time mountain bikers, and families alike can confidently gear up for what’s next. Our stores are powered by Gearheads who live the lifestyle—skiing, riding, hiking, and climbing—and bring that credibility to every customer interaction. This isn’t transactional retail; it’s about connecting people to the right gear, providing expert ski, snowboard, and bike services, and creating a reason to come back. 

The ideal candidate should have a passion for outdoor activities and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Shop Tech to join our team. The Lead Shop Tech will be responsible for overseeing all shop-related activities at our store, including repairs, maintenance, and assembly.  

What you get to do every day:

Partner with management team to identify shop priorities and meet store goals  

Oversee and manage the repair and maintenance program of bike and ski/snowboard gear 

Perform bike and ski/snowboards repairs and maintenance as needed 

Build, assemble, and tune new bikes 

Mount new skis and snowboards 

Repair and tune customer’s bikes, skis and snowboards  

Provide expert advice to customers on gear related matters, including gear recommendations, product fit and technical advice 

Train and mentor shop techs 

Manage inventory and ensure that all necessary parts and tools are available 

Keep up to date with industry trends and developments 

Work with the store team to develop and implement marketing strategies for shop related products and services 

Assist on the sales floor as needed 

Assist the Store Manager in opening and closing the store as needed. 

Ensure the store is properly secured and alarm systems are functioning correctly 

Manage cash and credit card transactions, and perform daily cash reconciliation 

Other duties as assigned by the management team  

What you bring to the role:

At least 3 years of experience as a bike and ski/snowboard tech or in a similar role 

Strong knowledge of bike and ski/snowboard mechanics and repair 

Excellent customer service and communication skills 

Ability to work independently and manage a team 

Passion for outdoor activities and a commitment to environmental stewardship 

Availability to work weekends and holidays as needed  

Physical Requirements:

Ability to communicate verbally and work cooperatively with associates and customers

Ability to remain standing for up to 5 hours at a time

Ability to move about the store coaching and directing associates; selling to customers and retrieving merchandise from stockroom or sales floor

Ability to grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch to retrieve and replenish merchandise from stockroom or sales floor

Ability to lift and/or move merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs.

Ability to ascend/descend ladders to retrieve and/or move merchandise

Ability to operate a computer, POS system, keyboards, merchandise scanners and mouse to accomplish work

Must have a flexible schedule, including availability for nights, weekends, and holidays

Regular and predictable attendance 

The CSC family of brands provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws.  

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