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2022/03/10 - Bike Fitting Day 1 (March 10)

You Can Ride 2 Bike Fitting Days are our most important events as it is here that children get fit with bikes and take them home for the season! Children with mobility challenges and more complex seating needs are invited to attend these fitting events (March). Location: The Goodwill Impact Center, 11415-168 St NW Edmonton. Afternoon shifts will run from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Orientation for all positions will be provided. Note: Families who volunteer will have their $75 Rental Fee refunded after completing of a 4-hour shift. You can have someone volunteer on your behalf! Please contact josh@youcanride2.ca ahead of time to let us know if you would like to choose this option. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, we will not be able to offer food or snacks. Please bring your own bottle for water. Additionally, masks are required for all adults within the Impact Center and we will supply hand sanitizer. Please complete the Covid-19 Prescreening Questionnaire (link in your volunteer confirmation email) on the same day of your shift to ensure you do not have any symptoms. We really appreciate your help and look forward to seeing you soon! Thanks, The You Can Ride 2 Team

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Build File Folders (Monday, Mar 7)

Build file folders to help prepare for the Bike Fitting Days event! You will need to sign a confidentiality agreement when you arrive.
March 7, 2022 9:00 AM (4 hour shift)
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Setup (Day Before)

Assist in setting up fitting stations - moving tables and workstations, preparing paperwork, and arranging the bikes for the event day.
March 9, 2022 3:00 PM (3 hour shift)
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(Cancelled) Mechanic (AM)

As a mechanic at the Fitting Day, your main role is to work with therapists to help fit bikes to kids (e.g., adjusting seats and handlebars, changing pedals, etc.). Previous experience working on bikes is required for this role.
March 10, 2022 10:30 AM (4 hour shift)
Openings: 0 out of 1

Greeter (PM)

Greeters help welcome families to the Fitting Day and help explain the process of being fit with a bike. Orientation will be provided.
March 10, 2022 3:00 PM (4 hour shift)
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Openings: 1 out of 4
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Therapist - Bike Fittings (PM)

Therapists (OT, PT, APE, etc.) 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, 2022 3:00 PM (4 hour shift)
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Openings: 1 out of 3

Mechanic (PM)

As a mechanic at the Fitting Day, your main role is to work with therapists to help fit bikes to kids (e.g., adjusting seats and handlebars, changing pedals, etc.). Previous experience working on bikes is required for this role.
March 10, 2022 3:00 PM (4 hour shift)
Openings: 0 out of 1

Inventory - Bike Sign Out (PM)

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, 2022 3:00 PM (4 hour shift)
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Quality Control (PM)

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, 2022 3:00 PM (4 hour shift)
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Openings: 1 out of 1

Bike Loader (PM)

Assist families with loading bikes into their vehicles. Help families fill out the Covid-19 pre-screening questionnaire alongside the Greeter. Sanitize high-touch areas throughout the event. Please come dressed for the weather. Ability to lift heavy bikes is important for this role.
March 10, 2022 3:00 PM (4 hour shift)