Tailor

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Lexington, VA

53d

About The Position

Virginia Military Institute is seeking a motivated candidate interested in learning tailoring and garment alteration. Professional sewing experience is not required; VMI will train the successful candidate in machine operation, garment alterations, and repair techniques for uniforms and other garments issued to cadets. The role performs garment alterations and repairs under supervision, inspects garments, maintains quality standards, communicates with cadets and institute staff, follows instructions, and works independently and as part of a team.

Hands-on training will cover sewing-machine operation, care, and maintenance; threading, oiling, and troubleshooting machines; pinning, marking, and pressing garments; button and zipper replacement; hemming; uniform and garment alterations; and quality-control and inspection procedures.

Requirements

• Be friendly, professional, and customer-service oriented.
• Have strong attention to detail.
• Be dependable and self-motivated, with a positive attitude.
• Be able to sit for extended periods.
• Possess basic computer skills.
• Have basic math skills, including adding and subtracting measurements.
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate good hand and finger dexterity.
• Be willing to learn new skills.

Nice To Haves

• Basic comfort with a sewing machine or hand sewing.
• Previous experience in alterations, tailoring, or sewing.

Responsibilities

• Perform garment alterations and repairs under supervision.
• Inspect garments and identify repairs or adjustments needed.
• Maintain quality standards and attention to detail.
• Communicate professionally with cadets, faculty, staff, and supervisors.
• Follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed