Join a Growing Custom Drapery & Upholstery Business
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Seamstress / Sewing Technician to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in craftsmanship, enjoys creating custom products, and has experience working with a variety of fabrics and sewing equipment.
You will work in a dedicated fabrication space producing custom drapery, blackout curtains, cushions, soft furnishings, and light upholstery projects for residential and commercial clients throughout Nova Scotia.
What You'll Do
Sewing & Fabrication
- Sew custom drapery, blackout curtains, and window treatments.
- Construct cushions, pillows, and other custom fabric products.
- Perform alterations, repairs, and modifications as required.
- Measure, cut, pin, and assemble fabric accurately.
- Follow project specifications, measurements, and client requirements.
- Ensure all finished products meet quality standards.
Upholstery Support
- Assist with light upholstery and soft furnishing projects.
- Support custom residential and commercial fabrication work.
- Collaborate with the team to bring client design concepts to life.
Quality & Organization
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
- Inspect finished products for quality and accuracy.
- Assist with material preparation and inventory organization.
- Help meet project deadlines while maintaining a high standard of workmanship.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Previous sewing experience in a professional or home-based setting.
- Experience using industrial or domestic sewing machines.
- Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with custom drapery fabrication.
- Upholstery experience.
- Alterations or tailoring experience.
- Interior decorating, fashion, or textile experience.
- Experience reading measurements and project specifications.
Who You Are
- Passionate about sewing and craftsmanship.
- Detail-oriented and quality-focused.
- Reliable and dependable.
- Comfortable working independently.
- Positive, professional, and eager to learn.
- Someone who enjoys seeing a project come together from concept to completion.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly wage ($20-$25/hour based on experience)
- Health Spending Account
- Vacation and holiday pay
- Flexible scheduling
- Stable, year-round work
- Dedicated fabrication workspace
- Industrial sewing equipment provided if required
- Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding business
To Apply
Please submit your resume along with any examples, photos, or portfolio pieces that showcase your sewing, drapery, upholstery, or fabrication work.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
