Hair Stylist/Barber

Sport Clips, Inc.; Wood River (IL); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Flexible scheduling

Instant clientele

Paid training

Career growth

Mental health benefit

Team environment

Job summary

Sport Clips Haircuts in Wood River, IL, is hiring licensed Hair Stylists and Barbers for a fast-paced, team-focused salon. You’ll provide men’s haircuts, build weekly income through tips and commissions, and enjoy flexible scheduling with full-time and part-time options.

Benefits include medical/vision/dental, paid training, career growth opportunities, and a supportive team environment. This local franchise group has over 17 years in business across Illinois and Wisconsin.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois cosmetology or barber license.
• Experience with men’s haircuts and fades is preferred.
• Strong customer service and teamwork orientation.

Responsibilities

• Perform men’s haircuts, fades, and grooming services.
• Deliver a great client experience with consistency and speed.
• Maintain clean, organized work station and follow salon protocols.

Skills

Clippers & fades

Customer service

Team player

Education

Illinois cosmetology license

Job description

Sport Clips Haircuts in Wood River (62095) is hiring licensed Hair Stylists and Barbers who enjoy fast-paced environments, consistent clientele, and a team-focused culture. If you love men’s and boys’ haircuts and want reliable income without the stress of building a book, this could be the right fit.

What You’ll Earn

• $24-35 per hour (hourly pay + tips + commissions)
• Higher base pay for Full-Time Flex Stylists (32+ hours/week)
• Weekend Bonus for working Saturday and/or Sunday shifts
• Unlimited earning potential
• Consistent walk-in traffic—your chair stays full

Why Work at Sport Clips

• Customizable benefits including Medical/Vision/Dental/Aflac
• Flexible scheduling (full-time and part-time options)
• Instant clientele—no need to bring your own clients
• Industry-leading paid training (including clipper and fade techniques)
• Career growth opportunities (stylist, trainer, management paths)
• Free mental health benefit and competitive benefits package
• Supportive, team-oriented salon environment
• No chemical services—just great haircuts
• Join a local, family-owned franchise group with over 17 years in business and 15 locations across Illinois and Wisconsin.

What We’re Looking For

• Active ILLINOIS cosmetology or barber license
• Comfort with clipper cutting, fades, and men’s styles
• Friendly, professional, team-first attitude
• Commitment to delivering a great client experience
• New graduates and experienced stylists welcome

About the Role

This is a men’s haircut-focused salon with a steady flow of clients. You’ll work in a clean, organized environment with clear systems, strong support, and a leadership team that values reliability, growth, and respect.

Location Information:

1907 Vaughn Rd.
Wood River, IL 62095