Apprentice Piercer

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 September in one of our NYC studio locations. Upon successful completion of the program, graduated Apprentices will become eligible for Part Time Associate Piercer positions at our Magazine Street studio.

Responsibilities

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; 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; 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 up to 5 days per week (32+ hours), including evenings, weekends, and holidays (Full Time); Must maintain consistent availability (Full Time); Weekend availability (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) is required, excluding approved PTO (Full Time); Full-Time employees are expected to prioritize Studs as their primary employment commitment; Must be available to work a flexible schedule of varying days and hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays (Part Time); Must have availability to work on Saturday and Sunday, excluding approved unscheduled time away (Part Time); Reliably attend work as scheduled for up to 29 hours per week, in line with local laws and subject to any approved accommodations (Part Time); 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 NYC 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.

Nice to have

At least two years as a Medical Assistant or Phlebotomist (performing venipunctures and/or finger sticks) preferred

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 (we’ve got your friends and family covered too!); Paid travel to NYC for the duration of the training program