Alterations Specialist — Seamstress/Seamster

Chenega Professional Services Strategic Business Unit; Fort Irwin (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

CHENEGA HEALTHCARE SERVICES, LLC. in Ft. Irwin, CA is seeking a dedicated Seamstress/Seamster to fit, mark, alter, and repair clothing. You will take measurements and ensure garments meet customer specifications.

Responsibilities include performing alterations on trousers and sleeves, trimming and resewing, repairing pockets and linings, and maintaining a clean, stocked workspace. A High School diploma or GED and at least 6 months of related experience are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum six (6) months related work experience.
• Knowledge of fabrics and construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Maintain adequate stock of supplies, equipment, and working area.
• Complete tailoring alterations to trousers and adjust the sleeve length of coats.
• Alter clothing to fit individual customers or repair garments, following alteration or repair tags or marks on garments.
• Remove stitches from garment, using ripper or razor blade.
• Shorten or lengthen sleeves and legs, adjust waist and chest, and alter padding while maintaining drape and proportions.
• Trim excess material, using scissors.
• Reseat garment, using needle and thread or sewing machine.
• Repair or replace defective garment parts, such as pockets, pocket flaps, and coat linings.
• May fit garments on customer to determine required alterations.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to follow oral and written','+

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

CHENEGA HEALTHCARE SERVICES, LLC. in Ft. Irwin, CA is seeking a dedicated Seamstress/Seamster to fit, mark, alter, and repair clothing. You will take measurements and ensure garments meet customer specifications.

Responsibilities include performing alterations on trousers and sleeves, trimming and resewing, repairing pockets and linings, and maintaining a clean, stocked workspace. A High School diploma or GED and at least 6 months of related experience are required.