Piercer Apprentice

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 our studio locations. Upon successful completion of the program, graduated Apprentices will become eligible for Part-Time Associate Piercer positions at our Wynwood, Miami studio.

Hourly Rate: 

• Graduated apprentices make $24/hour as Associate Piercers, plus tips
• During the 6-week training program, apprentices make $19/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:

• 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 at least 4 days of availability, inclusive of 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 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 
• Travel to one of our studio locations for the duration of the training program (paid by Studs) 
• 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

• Paid Safe & Sick Leave Accrual
• FSA Health and Commuter Tax-Advantaged Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Exclusive Employee Discounts on Piercings and Jewelry (we’ve got your friends and family covered too!)