Good Karma Bikes

A volunteer bike mechanic at Good Karma Bikes would typically be responsible for:

Core mechanical work: Performing basic to intermediate bicycle repairs and maintenance, including brake adjustments, gear tuning, tire changes, chain repairs, and general tune-ups on donated bicycles to get them road-ready for community members.

Educational support: Teaching bike maintenance skills to community members through hands-on workshops, helping people learn to fix their own bikes, and mentoring other volunteers who are developing their mechanical skills.

Community engagement: Working directly with people from diverse backgrounds to assess their transportation needs, fit them with appropriate refurbished bicycles, and ensure they understand basic bike safety and maintenance.

Shop operations: Helping organize tools and parts, maintaining the workspace, sorting through donated bicycles and components, and keeping inventory of usable parts for repairs.

Mission-driven service: Supporting the organization's goal of providing affordable transportation solutions while promoting environmental sustainability through bicycle reuse and repair rather than disposal.

The role combines technical bike repair skills with community service, making bicycles accessible to people who might not otherwise afford reliable transportation. Volunteers often find it rewarding because they're directly helping individuals while also contributing to environmental sustainability and community health through increased bicycle usage.