Seamstress/Tailor

Primary responsibility is to fulfill our mission statement, “to create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests.” The Seamstress/Tailor performs a variety of operational tasks to support the execution of alterations in the store, including the hemming of jeans and pants.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality alterations on merchandise at store location
• Follow ticket instructions and markings based on Guest specifications
• Accommodate Guests with on-the-spot alterations when requested by Store Leaders
• Meet deadlines and Guest expectations for merchandise alterations
• Use Buckle-provided sewing machine and supplies to perform alterations
• Measure and mark alteration lines
• Pin altering folds or mark on cloth at seam to indicate alterations in progress
• Remove stitches from garment, using ripper or razor blade
• Resew merchandise using needle and thread or sewing machine
• Press merchandise, using a hand iron or steamer
• Repair defective merchandise
• Remove spots or stains from merchandise
• Record all work and follow through on the alteration log
• Record required alterations and instructions
• Uphold specified productivity guidelines, generally four jean alterations per hour
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stocked work area and inform a Leader when additional supplies are needed
• Flexible with hours as they may fluctuate seasonally based upon business need
• Open-minded for review on the amount of work that needs to be re-done
• Communicate any policy violations to Store Manager, District Manager, and/or Human Resources in a timely, confidential manner
• Provide feedback to Store Manager, Assistant Manager, and Floor Leaders regarding merchandise handling concerns
• Understand and apply the Buckle’s Code of Ethics and all Buckle’s policies, procedures, and handbook
• Fulfill mission statement by performing job duties with a high level of customer service while contributing to a positive team spirit
• Special projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related sewing, fitting, and alteration experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Frequently required to walk; climb or balance, jump, and talk or hear
• Occasionally required to sit
• Physical ability to lift and maneuver 25lbs throughout the store and backroom
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the Teammate regularly works in a retail store setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Pay

Pay range: $19-$27/hr. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

Benefits

Full-Time Teammate Benefits

Health

• Medical Coverage: Choose between two comprehensive plans. Preventive care is covered at 100%, and all plans include access to virtual care.
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Preventive and routine dental and vision care to support your everyday health.
• Virtual Care: 24/7 access to general, behavioral, and dermatology consultations.
• Mental Health Resources: Through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), teammates have access to free confidential counseling, wellness coaching, and self-care tools.

Wealth

• 401(k) with Company Match: Start planning for the future with traditional and Roth options. Teammates may contribute after meeting eligibility requirements. Buckle provides discretionary matching contributions to qualifying Teammates.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax options for qualified medical and dependent care expenses. Buckle contributes to your HSA if enrolled in the high-deductible medical plan.
• Performance Bonuses: Eligible teammates may earn incentive-based bonuses in recognition of their performance.
• Teammate Discount: 40% off Buckle products and 25% off Buckle gift cards to support your personal style.

Peace of Mind

• Time Off: Vacation time is earned on a progressive schedule based on your role and years of service, starting at 80 hours or 120 hours, depending on employment status and prorated for the first partial year. Teammates earn 40 hours of sick time per year (or more where required by law), prorated for the first partial year; up to 80 hours of sick time may be carried over from one year to another with a maximum of 80 hours of sick time per year including carryover. Teammates also receive one floating holiday and up to three days of bereavement leave. Salaried teammates receive one paid volunteer day.
• Income Protection: Buckle provides company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, with options to add Teammate-paid supplemental life and disability plans (short term and long term), helping to protect your income if you are unable to work.
• Leave of Absence Support: Paid and unpaid time away is available for qualifying situations, with guidance from our Benefits Team to help navigate your options. Salaried teammates who meet eligibility requirements are eligible for medical leave pay, which can be used as paid parental leave for qualifying Teammates.
• Supplemental Insurance Options: Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage is available for added financial protection.
• Additional Benefits: Legal services, identity theft protection, and pet insurance are available to eligible teammates.

Part-Time Teammate Benefits

• Teammate Discount: 40% off Buckle products and 25% off Buckle gift cards to support your personal style.
• Medical Plan Access: Eligible part-time teammates may choose between two comprehensive medical plans. Preventive care is covered at 100%, and all plans include access to virtual care.
• 401(k) with Company Match: Start planning for the future with traditional and Roth options. Teammates may contribute after meeting eligibility requirements. Buckle provides discretionary matching contributions to qualifying Teammates.
• Mental Health Resources: Through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), teammates have access to free confidential counseling, wellness coaching, and self-care tools.
• Paid Leave in Applicable States: Paid leave accrues where required by law; one hour of leave is accrued for every 30 hours worked.