Repair Technician - Sewing Machines

Quality Sewing & Vacuum; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401(k) with company matching

paid time off

performance bonuses

employee discounts

Job summary

Quality Sewing & Vacuum in Tukwila, WA is seeking a Sewing Machine Repair Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of sewing machines. You will work with electro-mechanical components, document repairs, and manage parts inventories.

We offer mentor-led on-the-job training, hands-on coaching, and a supportive team as you develop skills on multiple models. This full-time role runs Monday–Friday with a pay rate of $24.00–$30.00 per hour plus benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-year technical degree or 2+ years repair experience.
• Experience with electro-mechanical devices; sewing machine repair a plus.
• Ability to read service manuals, catalogs, and diagrams.
• Proficiency using precision measuring instruments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostics & Repair: diagnose and resolve issues on various sewing machine models.
• Machine Setup & Records: set up machines and document repairs and parts.
• Inventory Control: maintain inventory and submit orders for parts.
• Skill Advancement: expand knowledge through training.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Reading service manuals

Education

2-year technical degree or equivalent repair experience

Tools

Precision measuring instruments

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Sewing Machine Repair Technician

Quality Sewing & Vacuum - Tukwila, WA

About Us

Since 1985, Quality Sewing & Vacuum has been the Pacific Northwest's trusted partner for all sewing and vacuum needs. As a family-owned business, we pride ourselves on more than just our expertise; we are built on a foundation of empathy, honesty, and an unwavering commitment to quality. Whether we are assisting a customer with a new machine or providing expert repairs on sergers, longarms, or vacuums, we stand behind our work and strive to deliver service that is as reliable as the equipment we support.

A Day in the Life of a Sewing Machine Repair Technician

As a Sewing Machine Repair Technician at Quality Sewing & Vacuum, your main responsibility is to ensure our customers' sewing machines run like new. Each day, you will troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve a wide variety of maintenance and repair issues, ranging from machine setup to replacing critical parts. You will use your mechanical aptitude to work with electro-mechanical components, while maintaining accurate documentation of your repairs and managing parts inventory.

This role is ideal for those who enjoy working with their hands and are passionate about detail.

While we hope to find technicians with previous experience, we understand this is a unique trade. Quality Sewing has a mentor-led, hands-on training program for all new technicians. If you have a good mechanical aptitude and experience repairing electromechanical devices, like appliances, cars, and ATMs, you will love this work! Quality Sewing will provide you with everything you need to get the job done. Tools, parts, and training. You just need to bring a great attitude and a willingness to provide our customers with a great experience.

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated, full-time Sewing Machine Repair Technician to join our service team in Tukwila, WA. Your main responsibility will be to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a wide variety of sewing machines.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnostics & Repair: Diagnose and resolve maintenance and repair issues on various sewing machine models.
• Machine Setup & Records: Set up new machines and maintain accurate documentation of machine repairs and parts.
• Inventory Control: Maintain inventory of critical parts and submit orders as needed.
• Skill Advancement: Expand technical knowledge through ongoing manufacturer and in-house training.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education/Experience: 2-year technical degree or equivalent repair experience (2+ years preferred).
• Technical Aptitude: Experience performing maintenance on electro-mechanical devices (sewing machine repair experience is a huge plus).
• Document Literacy: Ability to read service manuals, parts catalogs, and circuit diagrams.
• Precision Tools: Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments and tools.
• Key Traits: Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and high attention to detail.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Pay & Benefits

• Compensation: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour, depending on experience (DOE).
• Benefits: Health and dental insurance, 401(k) with company matching, paid time off (PTO), performance bonuses, employee discounts.

Work Schedule

• Days: Monday - Friday

Seattle, Tukwila, Renton, Federal Way, Tacoma

Salary: $24 - $30 per hour