Apprentice Jeweler - Signet Jewelers - Shops at River Walk - Bakersfield, CA

Signet Jewelers • Bakersfield, CA

5d • $17 - $17

About The Position

Signet Jewelers is seeking an entry-level Apprentice Jeweler to join its Field Design & Service Center Team. The position offers training to develop skills from apprentice to jeweler and, eventually, toward becoming a Bench Jeweler. The team provides custom jewelry design and repair services with a focus on exceeding customer expectations.

The apprentice learns the business through customer service and other administrative responsibilities, including interacting with stores and customers, completing clerical tasks, photographing jewelry for intake and tracking, and learning jewelry repair basics such as polishing and quality control. Candidates with basic jewelry or repair knowledge are welcome, as are candidates with a strong interest in learning the jeweler trade.

The full-time schedule is 40 hours per week, with varying hours that may include nights and weekends and seasonal required overtime. The listed base pay is $16.90–$17.00; final pay depends on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• Customer-service orientation and strong interpersonal skills.
• High standards for quality work.
• Basic computer skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of shipping and receiving.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and manage time.
• Varying availability, including some nights and weekends.
• High school degree or equivalent preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of jewelry or jewelry repair/design.
• Passion and desire to learn the jeweler trade.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and interact with customers and stores.
• Complete administrative and clerical tasks.
• Photograph jewelry for intake and tracking.
• Learn and perform basic jewelry repair tasks, including polishing and quality control.
• Train toward becoming a Bench Jeweler.
• Deliver a customer-first experience for custom jewelry design and repairs.

Benefits

• Jeweler Certification classes to develop and enhance bench skills.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance for full-time team members.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays for full-time team members.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Merchandise discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED