Apprentice Piercer
About the role
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. We connect ear piercing with aftercare and earring shopping to create an end-to-end Earscaping® experience, offering 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.
Apprentices undergo a minimum 6-week paid piercing training program inclusive of classroom learning, observation, and hands-on training. The program will kick off at the end of August in our Abbot Kinney (Venice, CA) studio location. Upon successful completion, graduated Apprentices will become eligible for Part-Time Associate Piercer positions at our Tysons Corner studio.
Pay
During the 6-week training program: $19/hour, plus tips.
Graduated apprentices as Associate Piercers: $24/hour, plus tips.
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
- 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 escalates when help is needed.
- Lives out our Core Values.
- Provides best-in-class service to everyone in the Studio.
- Provides solutions-oriented feedback and is open-minded to receiving it.
Requirements
- 3 years of relevant work experience.
- At least two years as a Medical Assistant or Phlebotomist (performing venipunctures and/or finger sticks) preferred.
- Must be available to travel for the duration of the training program (paid by Studs).
- Must be able to:
- Visually inspect ear anatomy to execute advanced piercings.
- Deliver piercings with a steady hand.
- Lift 20 lbs.
- 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.
Schedule
Full Time:
- Must be available to work a flexible schedule up to 5 days per week (32+ hours), including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Must maintain consistent availability.
- Weekend availability (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) is required, excluding approved PTO.
- Schedules may vary based on business needs; Full-Time employees are expected to prioritize Studs as their primary employment commitment.
Part Time:
- 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, in line with local laws and subject to any approved accommodations.
- Must pierce a minimum of 18 appointments a day.
Benefits
- Paid Safe & Sick Leave Accrual.
- FSA Health and Commuter Tax-Advantaged Accounts.
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.
- Exclusive Employee Discounts on Piercings and Jewelry (friends and family covered too).