Fabric Worker (Tailoring).

U.S. Army Sustainment Command; Village of Highland Falls (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Army Sustainment Command in New York is seeking a Fabric Worker (Tailoring) to make, modify and repair specialized cadet uniforms. You will measure, mark garments for alterations, and perform tailoring tasks requiring precise shaping and finishing.

The role involves custom fitting cadet uniforms such as long overcoats, dress coats and parkas, plus tasks like braiding and machine basing. A steady, detail‑driven worker is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Ability to measure, mark and alter tailored uniform garments.
• Knowledge of basic garment repairs and sewing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Make, modify and repair specialized garments for the cadets' uniforms.
• Measure, mark and alter coats, jackets and tailored items with precision.
• Custom fit and tailor cadet uniforms (overcoats, coats, parka).
• Perform braiding, machine basing, sleeve and collar setup as required.

Skills

Measuring

Alterations

Sewing

Tailoring

Fabric knowledge

Tools

Sewing machines

Measuring tapes

Rulers

Job description

• Make, modify and repair specialized types of garments for the United States Military Academy.
• Measure pieces, mark garments to indicate required alterations, and alter or repair coats, jackets, and other tailored items, which require precise shaping and finishing.
• Custom fit and tailor various items of the cadet uniform, e.g., long overcoat, full dress coat, dress coat and parka.
• Perform braiding, machine basting, setting sleeves and collar by machine, and other specialized tasks as required.

Duties

• Make, modify and repair specialized types of garments for the United States Military Academy.
• Measure pieces, mark garments to indicate required alterations, and alter or repair coats, jackets, and other tailored items, which require precise shaping and finishing.
• Custom fit and tailor various items of the cadet uniform, e.g., long overcoat, full dress coat, dress coat and parka.
• Perform braiding, machine basting, setting sleeves and collar by machine, and other specialized tasks as required.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed Tier 1 background investigation.
• Incumbent must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• This position requires the completion of a pre‑employment Physical Examination and annual examinations thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 11. While probationary, the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.

Qualifications

Cut-Off Dates:

Applications will be reviewed and referred for selection at periodic cut‑off dates. The first cut‑off will be September 4, 2026. Applicants whose application packages are received by the cut‑off date will be considered first. Applicants whose application packages are received after the cut‑off date and prior to the closing date will only be considered if the supply of candidates is exhausted and/or there are additional vacancies to fill.

Who May Apply:

• 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans
• Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
• Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)
• Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce
• Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
• Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
• Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
• Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)
• Non-Department of Defense (DoD) Transfer
• People with Disabilities, Schedule A
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
• Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
• Reinstatement
• Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998
• Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA)

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element):

Ability to do the work of a Fabric Worker (Tailoring) without more than normal supervision to include: (1) measuring, marking and altering tailored uniform garments; (2) following instructions to carry out basic garment repairs; (3) operating standard sewing equipment; and (4) using basic measuring devices/tools such as flexible measuring tapes, straight and curved rulers, protractors, etc. Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

• Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision Screen Out
• Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Other Than Blueprint Reading)
• Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
• Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.
• Knowledge of Materials
• Measurement and Layout
• Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)

PHYSICAL EFFORT

Stand at work tables to measure and mark materials; sit for long periods while operating sewing machines or doing hand sewing. Continually uses arms, hands and fingers for using tools, pulling and positioning materials, and sewing. Often does considerable stooping and bending. Handle rolls of material or garment pieces that are consistently heavy and bulky. Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted, and lift and carry items weighing over 50 pounds with assistance.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Shop is adequately lighted, ventilated and heated. Incumbent is subject to cuts, scratches, bruises and other minor injuries or irritation from handling tools. Incumbent is also subject to irritation caused by dyes, dust and lint from fabrics. Incumbent is exposed to loud noises from sewing machines in the work area.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• This is a Logistics Career Field position.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from Federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government's interest.
• Recruitment or relocation incentive is not authorized.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full‑time, part‑time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.