Bench Jeweler / Braswell & Son
About The Position
Braswell & Son is hiring a full-time, on-site Bench Jeweler at its Markham store in Little Rock, Arkansas. The jeweler will handle repairs, sizing, and refurbishment work for all eight of the company’s stores. The work contributes to the appearance and sale-readiness of jewelry and to customers’ repair experiences. The role also includes helping with valuations and appraisals, testing precious metals, identifying gemstones, and tracking each item through the repair process. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with a one-hour lunch. There are no night shifts, weekends are rare, and the company is closed on holidays. Pay is $22–$28 per hour based on experience, with pay up to $30 per hour for a GIA Graduate Gemologist credential or equivalent. This is an hourly, non-exempt position; hours over 40 in a workweek are paid at 1.5 times the regular rate. Occasional travel to other stores may be needed.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of hands-on bench experience, including sizing, soldering, and stone setting.
- Willingness to complete a hands-on bench test.
- Steady hands and a sharp eye for detail.
- Honesty and integrity when handling high-value items.
- Strong organization to manage work from eight stores.
- Comfort using a computer to log and track work.
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
Nice To Haves
- GIA Graduate Gemologist credential or equivalent.
- Appraisal experience.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Size rings up and down.
- Repair chains, clasps, prongs, and heads.
- Set, tighten, and replace stones.
- Clean, polish, and refurbish pawned and purchased jewelry so it is ready to sell.
- Help with valuations and appraisals for pawn, purchase, and resale decisions.
- Test precious metals and identify gemstones using approved methods.
- Log every piece in and out and maintain a clear record of each item's location.
- Keep repair work on schedule for all eight stores and notify store managers early if work will be delayed.
- Travel to other stores when needed.
- Keep the bench, tools, and equipment clean, safe, and in good working order.
Benefits
- Corporate chaplain
- Gym membership
- 401(k) with company matching
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training and development
- Tuition assistance or reimbursement, including help working toward a GIA credential
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
- Medical and dental coverage
- Company events
- Weekly pay by direct deposit
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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