Apprentice Piercer

<div class="content-intro"><p>Studs is a category-defining ear piercing and earring brand named one of “the 10 most innovative companies in retail for 2023” by Fast Company. Studs connects ear piercing with aftercare and earring shopping to create an end-to-end Earscaping® experience. We offer a better retail and digital experience that prioritizes safety and expertise in a cool, fun and welcoming environment, along with a wide earring assortment—all at an accessible price point.</p></div><p><strong>Want to get paid to become a piercer at Studs? </strong>Apprentices undergo a minimum 6-week paid piercing training program inclusive of classroom style learning, observation, and hands-on training. We are looking for Apprentices to join our training program that will kickoff for the first 6 weeks in one of our studio locations. Upon successful completion of the program, graduated Apprentices will become eligible for part-time Associate Piercer positions at our&nbsp;<strong>Irvine</strong><strong>&nbsp;studio.</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Hourly Rate:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Graduated apprentices make $24/hour as Associate Piercers, plus tips</li> <li>During the 6-week training program, apprentices make $19/hour, plus tips</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p> <p><strong>REVENUE&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li><em>Service Oriented&nbsp;</em> <ul> <li>Embodies our performance-oriented culture by meeting and exceeding expectations&nbsp;</li> <li>Serves as a brand ambassador: educates clients on the unique Studs’ experience through our selling cycle&nbsp;</li> <li>Delivers confident, clear, and professional communication with clients during their entire Studs’ experience&nbsp;</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><strong>OPERATIONS&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li><em>Decision Quality &amp; Execution&nbsp;</em> <ul> <li>Leverages Studs’ resources and policies in decision making&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li><em>Becomes well-versed in piercing operating procedures and regulations to ensure client experience and work safety standards are met&nbsp;</em></li> <li>Shows consistent and detailed record keeping of all maintenance, sterilized inventory and tools</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><strong>TALENT&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li><em>Integrity</em> <ul> <li>Prioritizes Studio compliance and is accountable to standard operating procedures and company policy<em>&nbsp;</em></li> <li>Adm