Bicycle Mechanic - Pay and progression
Kaiwhakatika Pahikara
Pay
Pay for bicycle mechanics varies depending on experience and the region that they work in.
- As an apprentice you may earn between $12 and $15 an hour.
- After two years you may earn between $15 and $17 an hour.
- As a fully experienced mechanic you may earn between $17 and $21 an hour.
Bicycle mechanics who spend more time on the shop floor sometimes get commission from their sales. This can add up to $9,000 a year onto their pay.
According to the 2006 Census, bicycle mechanics earned an average of $23,700 a year and worked an average of 40 hours per week. This includes full and part-time workers.
This information is provided as a guide only
Career Progression
After gaining considerable experience, bicycle mechanics may specialise in assisting professional racing teams. They can also go into managing or owning their own bicycle shops.
Updated
September 2009
