Gunsmith

Bass Pro Shops; Missouri; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k Retirement Savings

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Bass Pro Shops is seeking a Gunsmith in Missouri to deliver world-class service and expert repair support for firearms. The role focuses on helping customers select the right merchandise, assessing their needs, and recommending appropriate products while promoting store programs.

The position requires a high school diploma, and 2+ years of bench experience with firearms. Travel for certification and shop duties may be involved in this role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Apprenticeship or college degree preferred.
• At least 2 years of bench/shop experience on shotguns, rifles and handguns.

Responsibilities

• Provides a legendary experience for every customer.
• Assists customers with purchases and identifies needs.
• Makes product recommendations based on customer needs.
• Promotes programs including CLUB Membership, VOC and In-Store Pick-up.
• Follows dress code and safety requirements; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Machinery operation

Bench work

Gunsmithing knowledge

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

apprenticeship/college degree

Tools

Lathe

Grinder

Sander

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Gunsmith will provide World-Class service to all customers interested in purchasing merchandise.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides a legendary experience for every customer.
• Assists customers with purchases.
• Identifies and evaluates customers' needs.
• Makes product recommendations .
• Promotes programs including, but not limited to CLUB Membership, VOC and In-Store Pick-up
• Good health record and must be able to pass a drug screen test and a lung capacity test prior to employment and yearly thereafter.
• No medical issues which would make working around chemicals or dust a problem.
• Prior to obtaining employment the person being considered will undergo an interview with the Corporate Gunsmith and the Fine Gun Room Manager at the location they are to be employed. There may be other interviews also with Store Managers, administrative and operations persons.
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Degree Required: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Preferred Degree: An apprenticeship or college degree
• Experience: At least 2 years of actual bench/shop experience on shotguns, rifles and handguns.

Knowledge, Skills, And Ability

• Working knowledge of machinery used in a gunsmith shop. Machinery such as a lathe, grinder, sander, etc.
• At all times the appropriate clothing will be worn by the gunsmith. This is to include a quality shoe or boot (no tennis shoes) jeans or twill type pants, a button or polo type shirt (no T-Shirts) of nonflammable material. At no time will the gunsmith wear jewelry on hands or arms.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Gunsmith should have or be willing to obtain certification from gun manufacturers as a factory trained repair person. This will require some travel.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Good health record and must be able to pass a drug screen test and a lung capacity test prior to employment and yearly thereafter.
• No medical issues which would make working around chemicals or dust a problem.
• Physically fit and able to lift 50 pounds minimum.
• Adhere to and follow the dress code and personal hygiene established by Bass Pro Shops.

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

• Performs duties within scope of general company policies, procedures, and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.

Full Time Benefits Summary:

Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [e-mail].

Bass Pro Shops