Join the Ride Team
Ride Bicycles is a mountain and gravel bike shop located in Issaquah, Washington, serving riders across the Seattle area and the greater Eastside trail network.
As the shop continues to grow, we occasionally add new team members across a range of bike shop positions, including experienced bicycle mechanics, sales associates, and retail leadership roles.
Our shop focuses on high-end mountain bikes, gravel bikes, and e-MTBs, along with rentals, service, and the equipment that helps riders feel confident on the trail.
We are always interested in meeting motivated people who are passionate about bicycles and the riding community.
Why Ride?
Ride Bicycles is more than a typical local bike shop. Our focus is the PNW dirt and the riding community that surrounds it.
Our team spends time on the trails we support, and we work with equipment we believe in.
Beyond selling and servicing bikes, we host social rides, run in-store tech clinics, and support local mountain bike teams in the area. The shop stays connected to the riding community and the trails that make this region special.
We offer competitive pay, industry discounts, and the opportunity to work with a team that genuinely cares about bikes and the people who ride them.
Join Our Team This Season
Sales Associate (Seasonal)
Issaquah, WA • In-Shop • 2026 Riding Season (March through September 30)
Pay: $19–$24 per hour, DOE + performance-based incentives
Ride Bicycles is a mountain and gravel shop located in Issaquah, Washington, serving riders across the Seattle and Snoqualmie Valley trail systems. Our shop focuses on high-end mountain, gravel, and e-MTB platforms along with the protection, accessories, rentals, and service that support riders on the trail.
The Sales Associate role is a specialty retail position focused on helping riders make confident equipment decisions. Associates work primarily on the showroom floor guiding bike purchases, recommending gear, and supporting the overall Ride Bicycles customer experience.
This role is best suited for an active rider who understands the local terrain and is comfortable guiding customers through real purchase decisions involving bikes, protection, parts, and accessories.
What You’ll Do
- Work primarily on the sales floor engaging riders and guiding purchase decisions
- Help customers choose the right equipment for how and where they ride, including protection, parts, accessories, and gear
- Support service and seasonal maintenance conversations and ensure smooth handoffs to the service team
- Use our rental fleet to help with sizing and convert rental experiences into future bike purchases
- Guide bike purchases from first conversation through setup and delivery
- Build quotes and document next steps for follow-up and clean team communication
- Maintain strong showroom standards, merchandising, and overall readiness of the sales floor
Required Experience
- Proven sales experience in a bike shop or performance-focused outdoor retail environment
- Active mountain bike rider familiar with local trails
- Comfortable guiding higher-value purchase decisions
- Strong communication skills and professional floor presence
- Organized, reliable, and detail-oriented
Performance & Structure
- Performance-driven seasonal role with defined sales expectations and incentive opportunity
- Incentives tied to measurable standards
- Hourly, paid bi-weekly
- Paid sick leave in accordance with Washington State law
- Employee discounts on bikes, parts, and accessories
Product Knowledge
We provide structured training on our sales process and core product categories. Strong associates stay curious, learn the brands we carry, pay attention to seasonal trends, and understand how equipment performs on our local terrain. Knowing the product and speaking confidently about it is part of doing the job well.
Physical Requirements
- Lift and move bicycles up to 50 pounds
- Be on your feet throughout your shift
This is a seasonal position running March through September 30, 2026. Continued employment beyond this date is not implied.
To apply: Email your resume to jobs@ridebicycles.com and include a short note about what you ride and your relevant experience.
Assistant Manager / Sales Lead
Issaquah, WA • In-Shop • Full-time
Pay: $28–$30 per hour, DOE
Schedule: Weekend availability required. Typical schedules include at least one weekend day, with flexibility to work both Saturday and Sunday as business needs require.
Ride Bicycles is a mountain and gravel shop located in Issaquah, Washington, serving riders across the Seattle and Snoqualmie Valley trail systems. We specialize in high-end mountain, gravel, and e-MTB platforms along with the protection, accessories, rentals, and service that support riders on the trail.
The Assistant Manager / Sales Lead plays a key role in daily store operations by helping lead the showroom floor, supporting the sales team, and maintaining a consistent Ride Bicycles customer experience. This role works closely with the Director of Sales & Operations to support sales performance, staff coordination, and day-to-day store execution.
When leadership is not present, the Assistant Manager helps oversee daily store operations and supports the team across sales, service coordination, and rentals
The ideal candidate is an active rider who enjoys helping customers choose the right bike and equipment for their riding goals and is comfortable guiding the sales floor in a specialty bicycle retail environment
What You’ll Do
- Lead daily showroom operations and keep the floor organized, responsive, and customer-ready
- Greet customers and guide bicycle, accessory, and equipment purchases using a consultative, education-first approach
- Support test rides and product comparisons to help customers choose the right bike for how and where they ride
- Ensure customer emails, voicemails, and inquiries receive timely responses and proper follow-through
- Follow up on quotes, special orders, and pending pickups and ensure customer notes are documented for team visibility
- Provide real-time coaching and support to sales associates during busy periods
- Maintain showroom standards, merchandising, and signage so the store stays professional and ready at all times
- Support inventory awareness by monitoring showroom stock levels and communicating reorder needs
- Oversee rentals and weekend operations, including rental readiness, checkouts/returns, and end-of-day security
- Open and close the store following established procedures and ensure key systems are operational
Required Experience
- Prior experience in bicycle retail, outdoor specialty retail, or a similar customer-focused environment
- Strong knowledge of mountain bikes, gravel bikes, and modern bicycle components
- Experience guiding customers through bike purchases, test rides, and accessory recommendations
- Proven ability to deliver excellent customer service and build strong customer relationships
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Weekend availability and flexibility during peak seasonal retail periods
Preferred Experience
- Bike shop leadership experience as a Sales Lead, Key Holder, or Assistant Manager
- Active involvement in mountain biking, gravel riding, or local cycling communities
- Familiarity with Lightspeed, Shopify, Hubtiger, or similar retail systems
- Basic knowledge of bicycle service or mechanical terminology
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly pay: $28–$30 per hour, DOE
- Employee bike industry discounts
- Staff access to shop demo and rental bikes
- Health insurance available for full-time employees
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and move throughout the showroom for extended periods
- Ability to lift and move bicycles weighing 50+ pounds
How to Apply
Please email your resume to jobs@ridebicycles.com and include a short note telling us about:
- Your experience in bicycle retail or outdoor specialty retail
- Your riding background (mountain, gravel, road, etc.)
- A recent ride that was meaningful to you and why
- Why you’re interested in working at Ride Bicycles
Candidates with bicycle industry experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
Equal Opportunity
Ride Bicycles is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and believe that a diverse team strengthens our shop and community.
Applications for posted roles must be submitted by email as instructed in the job listing. Submissions made only through this form will not be considered for current openings.
General Interest / Future Opportunities
If you are not applying for one of the open positions listed above, you can use this form to share your interest in Ride Bicycles. Tell us a little about yourself, your experience, and what type of opportunities you’re looking for. We’ll keep your information on file for future consideration.
Important: Applications for posted roles must be submitted by email as instructed in the job listing. This form is not an application for current openings.
