A Career at Trek

Trek Travel Logistics Manager

Posted on 2009/08/20

Description

JOB LOCATION AND TRAVEL
This position is based in Wisconsin and requires travel 3 to 4 times throughout the year to Europe, primarily in the spring for the beginning of the European season, mid-summer for the Tour de France, and in the fall for the end of the European season.  Time away from Wisconsin will range from 2 to 6 weeks during each occurrence, totaling up to 5 months away from the WI office. 
Travel will also be required as needed on a case-by-case basis, such as during Special Events or trips that require additional office support in the field throughout the season.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

• Exceptional Bike Mechanic Skills, with demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of bike repair of both road and mountain bikes.  PLEASE DO NOT APPLY UNLESS YOU HAVE ADVANCED BIKE REPAIR SKILLS
• Exceptional Bike Mechanic training skills, comfortable with instructing others in all aspects of bike repair and maintenance
• A passion for providing trips of a lifetime for all of our guests
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken
• Solution-oriented.  Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Superior organization skills and deadline-oriented
• Fun and flexible attitude, with a proven ability to "get the job done"
• Preferably has at least 3 years of guiding experience
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, and comfortable with email communication
• Ideal candidate has previous management experience
• Ideal candidate has a post-secondary degree
• Ideal candidate is conversant in French language

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Salary of $32 000 to $38 000 depending on experience and qualifications
• Health Care - Trek Travel covers 65% of the monthly premium of our Dean Group Health Plan
• Generous Trek Bicycles, Trek Travel, and other industry discounts
• 2 weeks paid vacation to start
• Pre-tax 401k contribution through payroll

IF INTERESTED
Please send the following electronically to hr@trektravel.com to be considered:
1.    Cover letter detailing why you would be the perfect candidate for this position - please include  a detailed description of your bike mechanic skills
2.    Resume
3.    Two (2) Reference Letters from current or previous employers, or 2 persons who can vouch for your experience
Please do NOT send anything by mail.  Only those candidates we wish to interview further will be contacted.  Only applications that include ALL the above materials will be accepted.

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