About the job

Upkept is the first centralized apparel repair infrastructure company in the United States. We operate a professional, mail-in repair fulfillment model out of Rogers, Arkansas — working with individual customers and national apparel brands to extend the life of garments at scale.

We're hiring an experienced tailor to join our in-studio repair team on a part-time contract basis. This is a production role for someone who takes genuine pride in their craft and wants to do high-quality work in a professional, well-organized environment.

What you'll do

Execute a high volume of garment repairs across categories — denim, knitwear, wovens, outerwear, and more
Perform alterations, structural repairs, invisible mending, zipper replacement, seam reconstruction, and patching
Maintain consistent quality standards across all repair types
Work within a production workflow — receiving, completing, and handing off repairs efficiently
Collaborate with our Repair Director to refine and document repair processes

What we're looking for

Minimum 3–5 years of professional tailoring or garment repair experience
Proficiency across garment categories and fabric types
Comfort with both hand-sewing and industrial or commercial sewing machines
High attention to detail and a commitment to finished-quality output
Reliability and strong professional habits — this is a production environment
Ability to work independently and manage repair volume without close supervision

Nice to have

Experience in a production or fulfillment environment (not just custom/bridal)
Familiarity with denim construction and repair
Interest in the future of apparel and repair infrastructure

The details

1099 independent contractor engagement
12–20 hours per week, scheduled in-studio
Located in Rogers, Arkansas
Competitive hourly rate — commensurate with experience
Part of a small, talented, mission-driven team doing something genuinely new

Requirements added by the job poster

• Working in an onsite setting

• 1+ years of work experience with Industrial Sewing

Upkept

Open positions

Tailor