02 nov
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Trek Travel
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Palma
Trek Travel provides general cycling, hiking, and walking vacations of a lifetime with the goal of helping more people actively explore and experience the world.We are seeking specifically located candidates who will be responsible for overseeing and hosting Trek Travel’s Self-Guided trips in Mallorca, Spain, specifically in Palma and Pollensa.You will be the main point of contact for Trek Travel Self-Guided Guests while they are on trip, preparing bikes, greeting guests, and being available for any needs that arise in the duration of the trip.
This is your opportunity to join the Trek Travel team and leave your mark on our company, on the active travel industry and on the world at large.
POSITION RESPONSIBILTIES INCLUDE, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
Read trip itinerary and trip reports prior to trip start
Prepare all bikes prior to trip start according to Trek Travel standards
Charge all electronic devices, such as Di2, lights and e-bike batteries
Ensure RWGPS experience is updated for guests and guests know how to use it
Ensure GPS tracks are accurate and ready for guests
Greet guests on Day 1 at Trek Bicycle Mallorca
Ensure guests filled out Waiver and Release of Liability forms
Give guests an orientation of the region and the trip days
Show guests where bikes and equipment are stored at the hotel
Conduct a safety and RWGPS talk in addition to a bike demo before the first ride
Ensure bikes on departure day are mechanically sound
Complete all trip end duties such as a Trip End Report
YOU HAVE/ARE:
Knowledge of bike mechanics such as:
Remove and replace either a tube and/or tire from both the front and rear of a bike, and properly seat wheel in the dropouts with proper tightening of the quick release lever
Remove and install pedals
Adjust a bike saddle,
both height and fore/aft position
Remove and replace a brake cable on a road bike equipped with internally routed cables
Properly adjust both brake pad alignment and lever throw on a road bike
Remove and replace a derailleur cable on a road bike equipped with internally routed cables
Properly adjust both front and rear derailleurs on a road bike
Properly tape handlebars on a road bike
Demonstrate general familiarity with carbon fiber bike frames
Change a handlebar stem and properly tighten to the specified torque
Adjust a bike helmet for the proper fit
At least 23 years old
Reside within 1 hour of Palma - needs to be able to reliably transport to trip location which starts in Palma and will need to be able to drive to Pollensa on Day 1
Clear driving record
Current First Aid and CPR certifications
Proficient driving a standard transmission with a trailer
Available in the months of March – October.
HOST COMPENSATION RATES:
The host gets paid weekly for the first and last day of each trip.
The host gets paid for each prepped bike.
If an emergency happens and The Host spends time assisting guests, the host will be paid an hourly rate.
Gratuities are not recommended on Self-Guided trips. However, guests can tip the host at their discretion, based on the Host’s level of service.
At Trek Travel, we think outside the box, continuously improve, encourage feedback, and give it all we have, all the time, no exceptions. This is a part‑time, contracted position. This position reports to the Director of Guide Operations and will work cross‑functionally with the Guide and Trip Design Departments. This position is based in Mallorca. Interest in the active travel industry is beneficial, but not necessary.
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📌 Self-Guided Bike Tour Host - Mallorca (Palma)
🏢 Trek Travel
📍 Palma