Trimmer I-III

Caroline Custom; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Professional development assistance

Paid holidays on workdays

Job summary

Caroline Custom, based in Ruther Glen, Virginia, is hiring Experienced Upholstery Trimmers for its antique, classic and custom car restoration team. The role focuses on crafting and installing interior components, including patterns, sewing, and fabricating upholstery.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in auto trimming, strong teamwork, and the ability to work in a fast-paced shop. Full-time, with a 4-day schedule and growth opportunities in a supportive family environment.

Qualifications

• We are currently seeking Experienced Upholstery Trimmers, with a minimum of 3 years’ verifiable industry trimmer experience (general mechanical & fabrication is a plus).
• Experience in making patterns, sewing, and fabricating interiors is preferred.
• Located in Ruther Glen, VA, Caroline Custom operates in antique, classic and custom car restoration and van upfitting.

Responsibilities

• Make patterns and sew interior components for automotive projects.
• Fabricate and install custom upholstery and headliners.
• Collaborate with teammates to meet project goals.
• Operate sewing machines and hand tools safely.

Skills

Custom interiors

Convertible Tops

Headliners

Sewing machines

Automotive materials

Problem solving

Teamwork

Leatherworking

Upholstery

Heavy lifting

Independent work

Time management

Professionalism

Tools

Job description

Employment Opportunities! We are Hiring!

Job Description- Trimmer I-III

Pay

$52,000 - $83,000 a year

Job type

Full-time

Shift and schedule

Monday to Thursday (4 10hr days)

Benefits

• On-the-job training
• Professional development assistance
• Paid holidays that fall on workdays.

Full job description

We are currently seeking Experienced Upholstery Trimmers, with a minimum of 3 years’ verifiable industry trimmer experience (general mechanical & fabrication is a plus), to join our team in the pursuit of our mission. We are looking for highly skilled and experienced auto upholstery trimmers. If you are passionate about your craft and enjoy working on cool cars, then this is the job for you. The ideal candidate must be a team player and have experience in making patterns, sewing, and fabricating interiors. Located in Ruther Glen, VA, Caroline Custom is a well-established Antique, Classic and Custom car maintenance, repair, fabrication and restoration company as well as a Van Conversion/Upfitter that has been in business for 25 years. We have far more work and opportunity available than we are able to handle.

• Our values are based on honesty, ethics, and professionalism.
• Your ideas and suggestions regarding process improvements and policy will be listened to and seriously considered.

We offer:

• Competitive pay.
• A real opportunity, not just a job.
• An enjoyable place to work, run by good people, in a family atmosphere.
• An opportunity to be a part of fulfilling the dreams of our clients.
• Paychecks (direct deposit) are issued every Wednesday.
• A heated and cooled Trim shop.
• Lots of opportunities for growth.
• 4 Day, Monday-Thursday work week 40 hrs. and overtime opportunities.
• Paid holidays that fall on workdays.
• Personal vehicle parts at cost + tax.
• Surrounded by people with similar passions.
• No corporate or dealership politics- Friendly family environment.

Success and happiness for all is our goal.

Required Attributes:

• Experience with custom vehicle interiors
• Experience with Convertible Tops
• Experience with custom Headliners
• Proficiency with sewing machines and hand tools
• Knowledge of different automotive materials
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Good communication and teamwork abilities
• Experience with leatherworking and vinyl repair from scratch
• Previous experience in auto trimming or upholstery
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Enthusiastic. High energy, self-starter, with the ability to work in a fast- paced, collaborative team environment, driven to create something better.
• Strong organizational and time management skills. Sound judgment and discernment in decision making.
• Thrives on staying one step ahead and anticipating what needs to get done next.
• Tactful and exercises courtesy to maintain respectful relations between staff and clients.
• Committed to continuous performance and process improvement with a habit of taking initiative.
• Committed to seeking learning, growth and self- improvement.
• A true professional will have tools and a toolbox.

The ideal candidate must be capable of making a substantial and valuable impact to Caroline Custom.

Are you ready for a positive change?

The Caroline Custom Mission: “Be the best we can be!”

Our work environment is friendly, respectful, relaxed, positive, supportive and encourages healthy habits. This is a non-smoking environment.

Caroline Custom 12007B Golansville Rd Ruther Glen, Va. 22546 804-633-3299

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,000 - $83,000 per year

Benefits:

• Paid Holidays that fall on workdays.
• On-the-job training
• Professional development assistance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Verifiable Automotive Trimmer: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person