The Stig Posted September 7, 2007 Report Share Posted September 7, 2007 (edited) Ha got a interview Friday Anything i should be doing saying? i was thinking of shirt and trousers to show them i am mature and want to set a high level of service OOOORRRRR take my bike and where jeans (smartish cloths/ casual) and show them my bike?? Any thoughts?Tom Edited September 10, 2007 by Boss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pashley26 Posted September 7, 2007 Report Share Posted September 7, 2007 Where do you live, you can do alot better than halfords ! You will learn bad habbits and will be a joke to every bike shop ! Ask around, if yuor bikes tidy take it in. Tell them you do your own repairs, you can work full time and everything.......Jarrod Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
future orange 660 Posted September 7, 2007 Report Share Posted September 7, 2007 do not worry a second longer. some people on the bike departments have never had any experience with bikes, let alone ridden trials and been on a cycle related forum. the pdi of halfords is more of a safety check to ensure they do not get it in the neck..quality is ignored to a certain extent in comparision to other bike shops. so yeh all the 'mechanics' do on new bikes is work through a safety checklist. also from my experience repairs take a backseat but is mostly first free servvice and punctures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pashley26 Posted September 7, 2007 Report Share Posted September 7, 2007 (edited) Yeah, i work for Cycleworks in Guildford. We have to deal with Halfords every day, Either through bodged reapirs or through the Cycle to Work scheme......From my experience they are unprofessional and your best off with a Bicycle shop, not a nation wide Retailer.Evans Cyckes for instance. Started as a small bicycle shop in Godalming the same time Cycleworks did...Evans grew and grew and grew and now have tens of stores nation wide, but can't offer the customer service and quality of service (bikes) that you require from somewhere that sells bikes.I'm not looking for an argument, These are just my experiences and views.JarrodAs for not having any Qualifications, present yourself well, turn up 5 minuites early, and explain your interest in bikes and what you know. Good luck Edited September 7, 2007 by Pashley26 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Stig Posted September 7, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2007 i live in Hampshire/ west sussex and i have looked around many local bike shops and they are all taken plus i just wuit my job due to a disagreement and need one ASAP well from what i have heard i am at a bit more ease. And yes halfords are renowned for shoody repairs thats why i am looking to change that hopefully the manager sees that so how do i satnd on the college front?? i do not have timetable yet so i don't know free days?? will they just ignore the application?Thanks Tom P.s could i still go to them with my bike and say "look i do my own repairs" ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
future orange 660 Posted September 7, 2007 Report Share Posted September 7, 2007 haha you have no chance in changing that. just sell more boxed bikes..makes life so much easier for yourself. there are more customers to deal with too..but the customers are retarded so its hard work. no offence to anyone that actually buys bike stuff from halfords...but seriously if you know anything about bikes at all then you would shop at a proper bike shop. could be worse though. at least you are working with bikes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Stig Posted September 7, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2007 could be worse though. at least you are working with bikes.Exactly my friend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pashley26 Posted September 7, 2007 Report Share Posted September 7, 2007 i live in Hampshire/ west sussex and i have looked around many local bike shops and they are all taken plus i just wuit my job due to a disagreement and need one ASAP well from what i have heard i am at a bit more ease. And yes halfords are renowned for shoody repairs thats why i am looking to change that hopefully the manager sees that so how do i satnd on the college front?? i do not have timetable yet so i don't know free days?? will they just ignore the application?Thanks Tom P.s could i still go to them with my bike and say "look i do my own repairs" ?Yeah, as lons as you look tidy and don't ask too much money anyone can get a job in Halfords. Just walk in there with your trials bike and then show off ! Thats what i did. Walked into Cycleworks and said "This is my bike, i built it myself 6 years ago. I'm a trials rider, I'm up for a laugh, i have ridden abroad and love cycling in different locations. Have done several seasons snowboarding in Morillion, France. And can work full time ? My old job paid £5 an hour can you beat that ?" Got a call 25 minuited later offering me a job.Jarrod Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Stig Posted September 7, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2007 Jarrod that a legend idea however i was thinking of going likt trousers and shirt *not suit wee bit too much* but yeah thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Stig Posted September 8, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2007 Ok i'm putting my application today wish me luck I phoned up to gather some more information and it seems that Full time is 5 days a week = a weekend day which i won't be able to do. However there is a part time slot opening soon but i am afraid of the application being hidden away and not considered for the post Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
future orange 660 Posted September 8, 2007 Report Share Posted September 8, 2007 no they just keep the applications in a pile and have a browse when they need someone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Stig Posted September 10, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 BUMP new title and 1st post Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamHolmes Posted September 10, 2007 Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 Smart trousers/shoes and a shirt You could take your bike but you don't need to do anything on it, just explain a little about trials Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Stig Posted September 10, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 Cool thats what i was gonna go for Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fixed Pants™ Posted September 10, 2007 Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 Don't wear stuff that will show if you get oil/blood on them, as if you're applying for 'bike mechanic' they'll ask you to build a bike, and i caught my thumb on a big box staple and got blood n my new blue shirt Suits always win the interviewer over.Build the bike well, it's pretty much all they assess you on, they'll talk to you/ask questions first but that's nothing really, not like an office job where the interview you for hours, just make sure you build that bike well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Stig Posted September 10, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 Don't wear stuff that will show if you get oil/blood on them, as if you're applying for 'bike mechanic' they'll ask you to build a bike, and i caught my thumb on a big box staple and got blood n my new blue shirt Suits always win the interviewer over.Build the bike well, it's pretty much all they assess you on, they'll talk to you/ask questions first but that's nothing really, not like an office job where the interview you for hours, just make sure you build that bike well.o have a suit but i thought it would be a bit OTT! Building a bike there isn't exactly building a bike it is taking it out the box and putting the wheels on stem and bars haha that's it!! child's play. so suit? Casual. or shirt and trousers? red shirt? White shirt? Tie? no Tie? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fixed Pants™ Posted September 10, 2007 Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 (edited) Trousers shirt and tie at least. Trust me, i've been told by many an employer that if you wear a suit you're more likely to get the job, even if it's just something like macdonalds, always wear a suit/ nearly a suit.I wore a suit without the jacket and i'm now employed in halfords, being a bike mechanic. Edited September 10, 2007 by Fat Pants Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamHolmes Posted September 10, 2007 Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 I would just wear black shoes, black trousers and a smart white shirt, no tie though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Stig Posted September 10, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 Ok well suit it is i have a red shirt really nice is that too gay or w/e should i stick with white? black tie OFC how much is the pay? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thurston Posted September 10, 2007 Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 I just wore a trackie top and trousersWorked for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan6061 Posted September 10, 2007 Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 I'd just wear casual clothes, like what i'd usually wear, but plan out what i'd say in the interview fecking loads.That way they'd remember me... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
011001000110010101110010 Posted September 10, 2007 Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 Unlucky mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Cox Posted September 10, 2007 Report Share Posted September 10, 2007 Trousers shirt and tie at least. Trust me, i've been told by many an employer that if you wear a suit you're more likely to get the job, even if it's just something like macdonalds, always wear a suit/ nearly a suit.I wore a suit without the jacket and i'm now employed in halfords, being a bike mechanic.oh f**k, the guy whose headset was so tight that you could stand the bike on its bars and the back end didnt move is now a mechanic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joel Posted September 11, 2007 Report Share Posted September 11, 2007 I just walked into my local halfords the other day and asked if they had any Jobs and the manager gave me an informal interview straight away! Getting an interview with the store manager next week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
011001000110010101110010 Posted September 11, 2007 Report Share Posted September 11, 2007 Unlucky mate... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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