Piercing Apprentice: Paid Training, Tips & Flexible Hours

STUDS; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Safe & Sick Leave Accrual

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Exclusive Employee Discounts on Pierc­

Job summary

Studs, a leading ear piercing and jewelry brand in Atlanta, invites motivated individuals to join a paid training program as Apprentice Piercers. The first six weeks focus on classroom theory, observation, and hands-on practice, with final eligibility for Part-Time Associate Piercer roles at our Ponce - Atlantastudio.

Apprentices earn $19/hour during training, plus tips, and transition to $24/hour as Associate Piercers, plus tips, after successful program completion. Training travel is paid.

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule of varying days and hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must have at least 4 days of availability, inclusive of Saturday and Sunday.
• Reliably attend work as scheduled for up to 29 hours per week, in line with local laws.
• Must pierce a minimum 18 appointments a day.
• Must be able to visually inspect ear anatomy to execute advanced piercings.
• Must be able to deliver piercings with a steady hand.
• Must be able to lift 20 lbs.
• Must be able to handle chemicals safely.
• Travel to one of our studio locations for the duration of the training program (paid by Studs).
• Driven, creative problem solver that consistently acts with integrity.
• Owner’s mindset, with the ability to approach feedback and problems with a positive attitude.
• Paid Safe & Sick Leave Accrual
• FSA Health and Commuter Tax-Advantaged Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Exclusive Employee Discounts on Piercings and Jewelry (we’ve got your friends and family covered too!)

Responsibilities

• Meet and exceed expectations in a performance-oriented culture.
• Serves as a brand ambassador: educates clients on the Studs experience through our selling cycle.
• Delivers confident, clear, and professional communication with clients during their Studs experience.
• Leverages Studs’ resources and policies in decision making.
• Becomes well-versed in piercing operating procedures and regulations to ensure client experience and work safety standards are met.
• Shows consistent and detailed record keeping of all maintenance, sterilized inventory and tools.
• Prioritizes Studio compliance and is accountable to standard operating procedures and company policy.
• Provides solutions-oriented feedback and is open-minded to receiving it.

Job description

Studs, a leading ear piercing and jewelry brand in Atlanta, invites motivated individuals to join a paid training program as Apprentice Piercers. The first six weeks focus on classroom theory, observation, and hands-on practice, with final eligibility for Part-Time Associate Piercer roles at our Ponce - Atlantastudio.

Apprentices earn $19/hour during training, plus tips, and transition to $24/hour as Associate Piercers, plus tips, after successful program completion. Training travel is paid.