Studs · 8 hours ago
Apprentice Piercer (Future Opportunity)
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$18/hr - $24/hr
3+ years expStuds is a category-defining ear piercing and earring brand named one of 'the 10 most innovative companies in retail for 2023' by Fast Company. They are seeking Apprentices to join their training program, which includes a minimum 6-week paid piercing training program, leading to a potential Associate Piercer position. Responsibilities include educating clients, maintaining safety standards, and providing excellent service in a studio environment.
ConsumerJewelryRetail
Responsibilities
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
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
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
Qualification
Required
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. Must maintain consistent availability
Weekend availability (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) is required, excluding approved PTO
Schedules may vary based on business needs, and 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
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 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
Preferred
At least two years as a Medical Assistant or Phlebotomist (performing venipunctures and/or finger sticks) preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (including $0 in-network mental health visits)
Access to Mental Health and Work/Life Resources including Online Therapy, Gender Affirmation Support Services, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Life Insurance
Health and Commuter Tax-Advantaged Accounts
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Paid Time Off and Paid Safe & Sick Leave Accruals
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Sabbatical After 4 Years of Service
Exclusive Employee Discounts on Piercings and Jewelry (we’ve got your friends and family covered too!)
Access to PerkSpot and additional benefits such as pet insurance, discounted tickets, personal finance coaching, healthy rewards, and more!
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!)
Company
Studs
Studs is a piercing studio meant to appeal to a conscious millennial and Gen-Z customer.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$23MKey Investors
Spark CapitalFirst Round Capital
2021-10-05Series B· $20M
2019-11-20Seed· $3M
Leadership Team
Anna Harman
Co-Founder and CEO
Lisa Bubbers
Co-Founder, Board Member & Advisor
Recent News
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