Seamstress​/Tailor

Pay Range

$15-$20/hr is the estimated base rate for this position. Final offers are based on skill set, experience, location, and qualifications.

The Seamstress/Tailor’s primary responsibility is to fulfill Buckle’s mission statement: “to create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests.” The Seamstress/Tailor performs operational tasks to support the execution of alterations in the store, including hemming of jeans and pants.

Health options include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans with 100% preventive care and virtual care access. Flexible spending and health savings accounts are available, and Buckle contributes to HSA if enrolled in the high‑deductible plan.

401(k) with company match, discretionary matching for qualifying teammates, and early‑retirement options are offered. Supplemental insurance options include accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity coverage. Teammate discounts of 40% on Buckle products and 25% on gift cards are available.

Paid leave accrues progressively; vacation starts at 80–120 hours, sick time at 40 hours, and one floating holiday. Paid parental leave is available. Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance protect income. Earned time off supports work‑life balance.

• Perform quality alterations on merchandise, following ticket instructions and Guest specifications.
• Accommodate on‑spot Guest alterations requested by Store Leaders, meeting deadlines and Guest expectations.
• Use Buckle‑provided sewing machine and supplies to alterations, measuring, marking, pinning, and resewing garments.
• Press merchandise using hand iron or steamer, remove spots or stains, and record all work on the alteration log.
• Uphold productivity guidelines, generally four jean alterations per hour, and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Communicate policy violations and merchandise handling concerns to Store Manager, Assistant Manager, and Floor Leaders in a timely, confidential manner.
• Provide feedback on Store Manager, Assistant Manager, and Floor Leaders regarding merchandise handling concerns.
• Understand and apply Buckle’s Code of Ethics and all Buckle policies, procedures, and handbook.
• Fulfill mission statement by performing job duties with a high level of customer service while contributing to a positive team spirit.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

High school diploma or GED; or one to three months related sewing, fitting, and alteration experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must be 18 years of age or older. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly required to stand, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. Required to walk, climb or balance, jump, and talk or hear. Occasionally required to sit. Physical ability to lift and maneuver 25 lbs throughout the store and backroom. Specific visual abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Equal employment opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Buckle, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination and retaliation because of veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, national origin or ancestry, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), or any other protected characteristic as established by applicable local, state, or federal law.