Want to get paid to become a piercer at Studs Apprentices undergo a minimum 6-week paid piercing training program inclusive of classroom style learning, observation, and hands-on training. We are looking for Apprentices to join our training program that will kickoff in April in NYC studio location. Upon successful completion of the program, graduated Apprentices will become eligible for a Part-Time Associate Piercer position at our Valley Fair studio in Santa Clara.
Hourly Rate:
- Graduated Apprentices become Associate Piercers and make $31.25/hour, plus tips for their first 6-months post program
- After 6-months, you become a Piercer and make $33.65 - $35.65/hour, plus tips
- During the 6-week training program, Apprentices make $17.50/hour, plus tips
Key Responsibilities:
REVENUE
Service Oriented
- Embodies our performance-oriented culture by meeting and exceeding expectations
- Serves as a brand ambassador: educates clients on the unique Studs’ experience through our selling cycle
- Delivers confident, clear, and professional communication with clients during their entire Studs’ experience
OPERATIONS
Decision Quality & Execution
- Leverages Studs’ resources and policies in decision making
- Becomes well-versed in piercing operating procedures and regulations to ensure client experience and work safety standards are met
- Shows consistent and detailed record keeping of all maintenance, sterilized inventory and tools
TALENT
Integrity
- Prioritizes Studio compliance and is accountable to standard operating procedures and company policy
- Admits mistakes and is not afraid to escalate when help is needed
- Lives out our Core Values
- Shows consistency by providing best in class service to everyone in the Studio
- Provides solutions-oriented feedback and is open-minded to receiving it
Requirements:
- At least 3 years of relevant work experience
- 18-29 hours per week, with required availability from Friday-Sunday
- Must be able to stand for 8+ hour shifts
- Must pierce a minimum 19 appointments a day
- Travel to NYC for the duration of the in-person training program: 4/27-6/2 (paid by Studs)
- Must be able to visually inspect ear anatomy to execute advanced piercings
- Must be able to deliver piercings with a steady hand
- Must be able to lift 20 lbs
- Must be able to handle chemicals safely
- Driven, creative problem solver that consistently acts with integrity and speaks up
- Owner’s mindset, with the ability to approach feedback and problems with a positive attitude.
Benefits & Perks include:
- 30 hours of accrued Sick Time
- 401k
- Exclusive employee piercing and jewelry discounts (plus discounts for friends and family)
- Learning and development opportunities to support development and foster an inclusive culture