SCARS Technician I

GORUCK•Jacksonville, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The SCARS Technician I is an entry-level role on GORUCK’s repair and manufacturing team. The technician learns GORUCK’s construction standards and performs repairs and customizations on gear, apparel, and footwear. The role involves operating industrial sewing and repair equipment, working with durable materials, tracking repair work, and supporting shop logistics and returns. Candidates should bring experience with sewing machinery or rugged fabrics, attention to detail, physical stamina, and a strong work ethic.

Requirements

Prior experience operating sewing machinery or working with durable materials such as canvas, ballistic nylon, leather, upholstery, or similar rugged fabrics.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to interpret job tickets and enter production data into a computer.
Ability to communicate clearly with a close-knit team.
Ability to safely operate heavy repair equipment and handle a physical workload, including lifting up to 20 pounds.
Strong time-management skills, a problem-solving attitude, and commitment to workplace safety laws and trade standards.

Responsibilities

Learn and perform standard repairs and customizations on GORUCK gear, apparel, and footwear.
Set up and operate industrial sewing machines, including Juki machines, and patch presses; work with materials such as Cordura, canvas, and mil-spec webbing.
Organize, log, and accurately report on assigned repairs using workshop databases and spreadsheets.
Support logistics by auditing job tickets, organizing incoming product shipments, and processing returns in collaboration with the Scars Coordinator and product teams.
Maintain a self-motivated, organized workspace and assist with secondary shop tasks.