Repair Technician - Sewing Machines

Quality Sewing and Vacuum; Washington (District of Columbia); 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 (PTO)

Performance bonuses

Employee discounts

Job summary

Quality Sewing & Vacuum is hiring a Sewing Machine Repair Technician to join our Tukwila, WA service team. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of sewing machines, ensuring machines run like new. The role includes setting up machines, maintaining repair records, and managing parts inventory.

We value hands-on technicians with mechanical aptitude and strong attention to detail. Training is provided; opportunity for growth in a family-owned business with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent repair experience.
• Experience with electro-mechanical repair preferred.
• Ability to read service manuals, parts catalogs, and diagrams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostics & Repair: diagnose and resolve issues on sewing machines.
• Machine Setup & Records: set up machines and maintain repair records.
• Inventory Control: manage parts inventory and place orders as needed.
• Skill Advancement: participate in ongoing training and improve skills.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Documentation literacy

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

2-year technical degree or equivalent repair experience

Tools

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Job Description

Sewing Machine Repair TechnicianQuality 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

• $24.00 – $30.00 per hour, depending on experience (DOE).
• 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