Repair Center Specialist

Fenix Outdoor; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Fenix Outdoor is seeking a Repair Center Specialist in Aurora, Colorado to perform high‑quality apparel repairs, alterations, and sewing for outdoor gear, using industrial machines and hand-stitching. You will fix zippers, patch garments, and ensure repairs meet brand standards.

The role emphasizes craftsmanship, accuracy, and teamwork; you will collaborate with the Repair Center Supervisor, track repair activity, and help develop repair tutorials while supporting durability, circularity, and

Qualifications

• High-volume apparel repairs experience.
• Zipper replacement and patching skills.
• Strong machine-sewing and hand-sewing abilities.
• Experience operating industrial sewing machines, sergers, and heat tools.
• Excellent attention to detail and craftsmanship.
• Prioritize multiple repairs while meeting productivity targets.
• Strong time-management and documentation skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication; collaborate effectively with a team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel for tracking.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Complete high-quality apparel repairs, alterations, zipper replacements, patching, and sewing repairs on outdoor gear.
• Operate industrial sewing machines, sergers, button-press machines, and heat tools safely.
• Use both machine and hand-sewing techniques to repair to brand standards.
• Inspect repairs for quality, function and appearance; maintain repair records and provide progress updates.
• Collaborate with Repair Center Supervisor and teammates to meet goals; contribute to training materials and tools.
• Support circularity and sustainability initiatives through repair work.

Skills

High-volume repairs

Machine sewing

Hand sewing

Detail-oriented

Time management

Communication

Education

Fashion/sewing education

Tools

Industrial sewing machines

Sergers

Heat tools

Job description

What You Will Do

Location: Aurora, CO (on-site)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $21-$23 per hour

Some outdoor gear carries more than miles. It carries stories: favorite trails, memorable trips, unexpected weather, and years of use. At Fenix Outdoor, we believe great products deserve long lives… and sometimes, a skilled set of hands to help them keep going.

We’re looking for a Repair Center Specialist with experience in apparel repair, tailoring, alterations, sewing, or garment construction to join our team in Aurora, Colorado. Whether your background is as a tailor, seamstress, sewer, alterations specialist, apparel repair technician, or industrial sewing machine operator, you’ll use your technical skill, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities to repair outdoor apparel and gear to our quality standards. From replacing zippers and patching well-loved garments to operating industrial sewing equipment, your craftsmanship will directly support our commitment to durability, circularity, and reducing waste.

If you take pride in making things last, enjoy solving the puzzle of a challenging repair, and appreciate work where quality matters as much as productivity, we’d love to meet you.

Repair Craftsmanship & Quality

• Complete high-quality apparel repairs, garment alterations, zipper replacements, patching, and sewing repairs on outdoor apparel and gear
• Operate industrial sewing machines, sergers, button-press machines, and heat tools safely and effectively
• Use both machine and hand-sewing techniques to complete repairs according to brand standards
• Inspect your work carefully to ensure repairs meet expectations for quality, function, and appearance
• Maintain accurate repair records and provide regular progress updates

Repair Center Operations

• Manage incoming repair work and organize your workload to support timely completion
• Balance productivity expectations with the craftsmanship and attention each repair requires
• Track repair activity and productivity accurately
• Monitor supplies and equipment and communicate needs to the Repair Center Supervisor
• Keep your workspace organized, safe, and ready for efficient work

Team Collaboration

• Partner closely with the Repair Center Supervisor to meet team goals and deadlines
• Collaborate with teammates and cross-functional partners to support a positive product-user experience
• Help develop repair tutorials and resources that build consistency and shared skills across the team
• Contribute to a supportive, respectful, and inclusive team environment

Circularity & Sustainability

• Apply repair techniques that extend product life and help keep quality outdoor gear in use
• Look for thoughtful, durable repair solutions that minimize unnecessary waste
• Support Fenix Outdoor’s broader circularity and sustainability initiatives through your everyday work

You Bring

WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT FIT

• Previous experience completing high-volume apparel repairs, such as tailoring, alterations, seamstress/sewer work, garment construction, or similar high-volume sewing environment
• Advanced garment repair skills, including zipper replacement and patching
• Strong machine-sewing and hand-sewing skills
• Experience operating industrial sewing machines, sergers, button-press machines, and high-heat tools
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality craftsmanship
• The ability to organize and prioritize multiple repairs while meeting productivity expectations
• Strong time-management, documentation, and problem-solving skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with a team
• Comfort using Microsoft Excel for basic tracking and reporting
• The ability to stand for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

Preferred (but Not Required)

• Training or education in fashion, sewing, apparel construction, or a related field

What We Offer

• 401(k) with employer match to support your long-term financial wellbeing
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits for full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, long- and short-term disability
• Generous paid time off and paid company holidays to rest, recharge, and spend time outdoors
• Product discounts across Fenix Outdoor’s family of premium outdoor brands
• A strong commitment to sustainability, quality craftsmanship, and responsible business practices

About Us

Fenix Outdoor is an international group of premium outdoor brands, including Fjällräven, Royal Robbins, Hanwag, and Devold of Norway, united by a shared mission: to enable all people to experience and protect nature.

From our Nordic heritage to our North American headquarters in Colorado, we're committed to creating durable, responsibly made products that inspire life outdoors. We believe businesses should contribute to stronger communities, healthier ecosystems, and meaningful experiences in nature. Sustainability, integrity, and long-term thinking guide everything we do.

We are proud to foster a workplace grounded in respect, fairness, and inclusion. We are committed to building a diverse and welcoming environment where all employees feel safe, valued, and empowered to grow. Equal opportunity is not just a policy; it’s part of how we work.

INTERESTED?

Bring your craftsmanship, curiosity, and care for the details. We welcome your application and look forward to learning how your repair skills can help us keep great gear in use for years to come.

Fenix Outdoor is committed to continually striving to create and promote a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities. Our goal is to create a safe, fair and friendly work environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive.

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Fenix Outdoor International AG is a global group of premium outdoor brands, listed on Nasdaq OMX Stockholm (Mid Cap). Across our portfolio, we design and deliver clothing and equipment that enable an active life in nature.

Each brand within Fenix Outdoor serves a distinct segment of the outdoor community, while sharing a common commitment to quality, durability, and long-term responsibility. Together, we offer premium products that support every kind of outdoor experience.