STUDS
Retail
ApprenticePiercer
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“Apprentice Piercer at STUDS. Skills: Piercing, Client service, Record keeping. Meet and exceed expectations. Serve as a brand ambassador”
What You'll Achieve.
Meeting and exceeding expectations; Client experience and work safety standards are met
Industry & Context.
Creative problem solver; Solutions-oriented feedback
Travel to for the duration of the training program (paid by Studs)
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
3 years of relevant work experience, Must be available to work a flexible schedule of varying days and hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, Must have availability to work on Saturday and Sunday, excluding approved unscheduled time away, Reliably attend work as scheduled for up to 29 hours per week, Must pierce a minimum 18 appointments a day, 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
Nice to Have
At least two years as a Medical Assistant or Phlebotomist (performing venipunctures and/or finger sticks) preferred
What You'll Do.
Meet and exceed expectations
Serve as a brand ambassador
Educate clients on Studs’ experience
Deliver confident communication with clients
Leverage Studs’ resources and policies
Become well-versed in piercing procedures
Ensure client experience and safety standards
Show consistent record keeping
How You'll Work.
Communication Scope
Confident communication; Clear communication; Professional communication
Full Job Description
Studs is a category-defining ear piercing and earring brand named one of “the 10 most innovative companies in retail for 2023” by Fast Company. Studs connects ear piercing with aftercare and earring shopping to create an end-to-end Earscaping® experience. We offer a better retail and digital experience that prioritizes safety and expertise in a cool, fun and welcoming environment, along with a wide earring assortment—all at an accessible price point. 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 for the first 6 weeks in one of our studio locations. Upon successful completion of the program, graduated Apprentices will become eligible for part-time Associate Piercer positions at one of our Austin, TX studios. Hourly Rate: Graduated apprentices make $24/hour as Associate Piercers, plus tips During the 6-week training program, apprentices make $18/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 providin
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