Originally Posted by reptilezs

you will think you know a lot now but working on your own stuff and working in a shop is different. all i can say is send in lots of apps to shops and hope someone give you a chance. here in boston the season is ending so no chance of hiring until feb/march. you will start off assembling bikes plus tune up most likely. do quality work when you assemble these bikes, show pride in your work. do it fast and efficient show them you can make them money. new bikes are much easier to work on than dirty ones. you will learn a lot about work flow and efficiency when doing them.