Self-Guided Bike Tour Host - Madison, Wisconsin

Trek Travel provides global 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 trip in Madison, Wisconsin. 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 the trip hotel  
• 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 
• Greet guests on departure day 
• 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 heigh 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 
  • Adjust a bike helmet for the proper fit 
  • 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 
• At least 23 years old 
• Reside in Madison, Wisconsin or a surrounding area. 
• Clear driving record
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications 
• Proficient driving a standard transmission with a trailer 
• Available in the months of April – October.  

HOST COMPENSATION RATES: 

• The host gets paid on 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 Madison, Wisconsin. Interest in the active travel industry is beneficial, but not necessary.   

If you have what it takes to join our team and the desire to help shape Trek Travel’s future, we wish you the best of luck and look forward to your application!  

Trek Travel is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer and Service Provider. Trek Travel strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.