Tailor/Fabric Worker PT w/Benefits

NAVY EXCHANGE SERVICE COMMAND (NEXCOM); Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision & Dental

401(k) & Pension Plan

Life Insurance

Sick and annual leave accruals

Tax Free shopping

Job summary

Navy Exchange Bremerton is seeking a Fabric Worker (Tailor) to perform alterations and repairs on uniforms and civilian garments for Navy personnel and their families. Responsibilities include taking measurements, mounting insignia, and operating a sewing machine in a fast-paced retail environment on base.

The role requires one year of sewing experience, ability to pass background checks, and a dedication to customer service.

Qualifications

• One year of experience using a sewing machine for alterations and repairs to garments.
• Background checks required, e.g., Federal DOD security clearance where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Mends and alters uniforms and civilian garments.
• Takes customer body measurements for proper garment fit.
• Mounts medals and sews insignia on uniforms where required.
• Operates a sewing machine and maintains a clean work area.
• Receives and processes garments to be laundered or dry cleaned.
• Handles tickets, cash register, and sales reports as needed.

Skills

Sewing

Body measurements

Tools

Sewing machine

Job description

Join us as our next Fabric Worker (Tailor) here in Bremerton, WA at the Navy Exchange. Must have military access or be a U.S. citizen. Eligible for a $1,000 hiring incentive (must meet eligibility req't). Why the Navy Exchange? While some may serve overseas for our country, we hold down the fort - we serve the men and women who wear the flag - America's strength, America's heart. We are here to guide them, and deliver our service members and their families the tools they need to do what they love to do. Here at the Navy Exchange in Bremerton, no two days will look the same.

• You can expect an unforgettable, dynamic, and competitive work environment.
• We are a driven and enthusiastic team supporting our service members and their families, who push ourselves and those around us to develop personally and professionally, every single day.

This is where YOU fit in: Navy Exchange Bremerton is in need of a Fabric Worker to answer the call; a team player who is dedicated to supporting our local Naval community, and operational successes on a day to day basis. You will perform a variety of tasks which involve alternations and repairs to uniform and civilian garments. Your work will make an impact and support how our organization serves the best customer – our Military patrons and their families.

So, what does a typical day look like? What does it take to succeed?

• Mounts medals and sews items on uniform as appropriate
• Makes alternations and repairs to uniform and civilian garments
• Takes customer body measurements for purposes of ensuring proper garment fit
• Measures the correct placement of items to be affixed marks trims bastes and presses upon completion
• Operates a sewing machine

The Qualifiers

• One year of experience in the use of a sewing machine to perform alternations and repairs to garments
• Must be able to pass appropriate background checks needed for the specific area of responsibility e.g. Federal DOD Security Clearance etc.

The Benefits Begin DAY ONE

We know you work hard, and cultivate the very best solutions for your family - and that's why we offer a competitive federal salary & comprehensive benefit plan.

• Benefits begin on DAY ONE

• Medical/Vision & Dental
• 401(k) & Pension Plan
• Life Insurance
• Sick and annual leave accruals
• Continuity of Employment Programs for Military Spouses
• Tax Free shopping, worldwide, at any Navy Exchange location
• Access to on-base amenities, including lodging, bowling, gym, movie theaters, & much more (where available)
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)*
  • Includes LifeMart Discount Savings Program

Job Summary

Modifies alters and repairs clothing. Responsible for the placement arrangement and handling of military ornamentation on all kinds of articles of uniforms. May receive articles to be laundered or dry cleaned.

Duties And Responsibilities

Makes alternations and repairs to uniform and civilian garments such as pinning and basting trimming lengthening and shortening sleeves taking in and letting out waists of jackets replacing zippers lowering collars replacing pockets shortening and lengthening pants tapering skirts sewing on ratings and stripes etc. Takes customer body measurements for purposes of ensuring proper garment fit.

• Receives special orders from patrons requiring the affixing of medals ribbons badges devices ratings etc. Patrons selects appropriate items from a very large assortment of such insignia for military personnel. Measures the correct placement of items to be affixed marks trims bastes and presses upon completion. Mounts medals and sews items on uniform as appropriate.
• Operates a sewing machine and maintains working area in clean and orderly condition.
• Receives from authorized patrons garments articles to be laundered and dry cleaned. Completes Laundry Dry Cleaning tickets by name social security number date and price utilizing price list. Stacks into laundry bags from pick-up.
• Receives tickets from patrons for pick-up of cleaned articles. Checks to ensure tickets presented matches ticket number on article cleaned. Turns over articles to patron and collects monies.
• Operates a cash register and is responsible for own cash fund. Prepares Daily Salesperson s Cash Report.
• Requisitions and maintains adequate supply of stock at all times.
• Maintains working area in a clean and orderly manner and assists in inventory taking.
• Exercises tact good manners and courtesy when serving and assisting customers. This is expressed by tactfully responding to patron inquiries and assisting patrons in a prompt and friendly manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL EFFORT

Usually stands stoops bends and kneels to measure and mark items being altered. Sits for long periods of time while operating sewing machine or doing hand sewing. Continual use of hands arms and fingers is required in sewing and using shears.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works in enclosed areas that are adequately lighted ventilated and heated. Subject to punctures scratches and other minor injuries from needles or minor irritations from materials treated with special finishes. Also subject to noise from sewing machine.

General Experience

One year of experience that provided the applicant with knowledge and skill to carry out basic modifications alterations and repair of clothing.

Substitution Of Education For Experience

One year of high school education may be substituted for 3 months of general experience up to a High School Diploma or GED for one year of general experience.

Specialized Experience

One year of experience that provided the applicant with the knowledge and skill in the use of a sewing machine to perform alternations and repairs to garments such as pinning and basting trimming lengthening and shortening sleeves taking in and letting out waists of jackets replacing zippers lowering collars replacing pockets shortening and lengthening pants tapering skirts sewing on ratings and stripes etc.

Physical Requirements

Usually stands stoops bends and kneels to measure and mark items being altered. Sits for long periods of time while operating sewing machine or doing hand sewing. Continual use of hands arms and fingers is required in sewing and using shears.

Primary Location

United States-Washington-Bremerton

Schedule

Part-time (20 - 34.5 hours)

Unposting Date

Ongoing