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2024/03/10: Try a Bike Day #3 (Low Support Bikes)

You Can Ride 2 (YCR2) is hosting a Try a Bike Day #3 event on Sunday March 10, 2024 and we would really appreciate your help with volunteering to make the event run smoothly! AM shifts will run from 9:00 AM to 1 PM. The PM shift is for cleanup only. There is a lunch break in between shifts, and orientation for all positions will be provided. Note: Families who volunteer for this event will have their $75 Rental Fee refunded after completing of an ~4-hour shift. You can have someone volunteer on your behalf! When you sign in, indicate which child you are volunteering on behalf of. Location: The Goodwill Impact Center, 11415-168 St NW Edmonton. Masks are required for all adults during the AM shift. Masking is optional in the PM shift. We will supply hand sanitizer. Please contact info@youcanride2.ca if you have any symptoms. There are additional shifts available on Friday March 8 and Saturday March 9 if you are available. As always, we at You Can Ride 2 (and the families) really appreciate your help and we look forward to seeing you soon!

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Sun March 10 - Greeter (AM Shift)

Greeters help welcome families and explain the bike trial process, and may perform other tasks as needed. Orientation will be provided.
March 10, 2024 9:00 AM (4 hour shift)
Openings: 0 out of 4
Urgently Needed

Sun March 10 - Therapist, Bike Trials (AM Shift)

Therapists help children be fit to their assigned bike and ensure it is safe and fun to ride. Children are eligible for specific bikes based on their functional skills and level of mobility. Training will be provided, though for this event, previous bike fitting experience is required. It is recommended that Therapists review the documents prior to the Fitting day and contact janine@youcanride2.ca with any questions. These documents will be attached to your confirmation email.
March 10, 2024 9:00 AM (4 hour shift)
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Openings: 3 out of 4
Urgently Needed

Sun March 10 - Mechanic (AM Shift)

Mechanics work with therapists to help fit bikes to kids (e.g., adjusting seats and handlebars, changing pedals). Experience working on bikes is required for this role.
March 10, 2024 9:00 AM (4 hour shift)
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Openings: 1 out of 1

Sun March 10 - Photographer (AM Shift)

Take pictures and short videos for subsequent social media posts. Must have your own camera and be able to take great photos!
March 10, 2024 9:00 AM (4 hour shift)
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Openings: 1 out of 1

Payments (AM Shift)

Collect parent payments and complete payment paperwork. Attention to detail and customer service is a must. Staff will always be nearby to help, and training will be provided.
March 10, 2024 9:30 AM (3.5 hour shift)
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Openings: 1 out of 1

Quality Control (AM Shift)

This role reviews each client file before the family leaves to ensure all necessary steps at the Fitting Day are complete. Involves light filing, attention to detail, and customer service to help families ensure they have a good event.
March 10, 2024 9:30 AM (3.5 hour shift)
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Openings: 1 out of 1

Inventory, Bike Sign Out (AM Shift)

As the bike sign out (inventory control) person, your role is to sign out bikes and components and to make sure we have not forgotten to record anything. We have a fair amount of parts going out with some families so attention to detail is important for this role!
March 10, 2024 9:30 AM (3.5 hour shift)
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Openings: 2 out of 2

Sun March 10 - Cleanup and Teardown (PM Shift)

After three days of Try a Bike, we'll need help in stowing our bikes, tools, and tables. Must be able to lift tables and chairs, sweep, and perform other physical tasks. You will be credited for a full 4-hour shift even though setting up is a 3-hour shift.
March 10, 2024 1:00 AM (3 hour shift)