Alterations Specialist: Precision Fit & Craft

Nordstrom; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Dental

Retirement and PTO

Employee discount

Job summary

Nordstrom in San Diego, CA seeks a Tailor/Fitter to provide expert alterations and exceptional customer service. You will measure customers, fit garments, mark alterations, and complete sewing tasks on time according to Nordstrom standards. The role emphasizes teamwork, speed, and accuracy, with opportunities to educate customers on fit and style.

Pay ranges from $23.75 to $41.25 hourly, with comprehensive benefits and performance incentives. Prior 2–3 years of tailoring experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior fitting, tailoring, and sewing experience (2–3 years preferred).
• Clear, professional communication with customers and coworkers.
• Able to stay organized and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and safely operate sewing equipment.
• Flexible schedule based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Measure customers for size, fit garments on customers, and mark areas requiring alterations.
• Perform and complete customer fittings on time, and sewing alterations, according to Nordstrom guidelines and service standards.
• Meet department and individual productivity goals while following proper processes and procedures.
• Utilize store technology to manage and organize customer alteration needs.
• Deliver customer expectations through teamwork and collaboration within the Alterations & Store Team.
• Educate customers, and employees on proper fit, style, construction, and trend in a professional and friendly manner.

Skills

Tailoring

Sewing

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Flexibility

Time management

Job description

Nordstrom in San Diego, CA seeks a Tailor/Fitter to provide expert alterations and exceptional customer service. You will measure customers, fit garments, mark alterations, and complete sewing tasks on time according to Nordstrom standards. The role emphasizes teamwork, speed, and accuracy, with opportunities to educate customers on fit and style.

Pay ranges from $23.75 to $41.25 hourly, with comprehensive benefits and performance incentives. Prior 2–3 years of tailoring experience preferred.