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Sewing Machine Operator

Lenexa, KS · On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

Assembles graphics and hems per established work instructions utilizing sewing machines. This includes sewing beading to fabric, applying hardware and fasteners, and using decorative seams * Operates ...

Seamstress

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

... hems to shorten or lengthen garment parts. · Removes stitches from garments to be altered, using rippers or razor blades. · Makes garment style changes, such as tapering pant legs. · Reads ...

... hems to shorten or lengthen garment parts. · Removes stitches from garments to be altered, using rippers or razor blades. · Makes garment style changes, such as tapering pant legs. · Reads ...

Sewing Machine Operator

Lenexa, KS · On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

Assembles graphics and hems per established work instructions utilizing sewing machines. This includes sewing beading to fabric, applying hardware and fasteners, and using decorative seams * Operates ...

Pulls badges/emblems and attaches to order form, sorts batches by garment families, sews badges/emblems on garments, and hems pants; Identifies and segregates merchandise not meeting specified ...

Seamstress

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

Takes up or lets down hems to shorten or lengthen garment parts. Removes stitches from garments to be altered, using rippers or razor blades. Makes garment style changes, such as tapering pant legs.

Sewing Machine Operator

Lenexa, KS · On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

Assembles graphics and hems per established work instructions utilizing sewing machines. This includes sewing beading to fabric, applying hardware and fasteners, and using decorative seams * Operates ...

Pulls badges/emblems and attaches to order form, sorts batches by garment families, sews badges/emblems on garments, and hems pants * Identifies and segregates merchandise not meeting specified ...

Pulls badges/emblems and attaches to order form, sorts batches by garment families, sews badges/emblems on garments, and hems pants * Identifies and segregates merchandise not meeting specified ...

Retail Store Tailor Part Time

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$12.50 - $13.75/hr

Tailor Shop Production And Operations Efficiently perform standard alterations - including but not limited to pant hems, waist and seat adjustments, rise and tapering modifications, coat sleeves ...

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How much do hems jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for hems in the United States is $16.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by HEMS (Helicopter Emergency Medical Services) crew members, and how can applicants prepare for them?

HEMS crew members often encounter high-pressure situations, unpredictable weather conditions, and physically demanding environments while responding to emergencies. Working in a small, close-knit team aboard a helicopter requires excellent communication and adaptability, as well as the ability to make quick, critical decisions. Applicants can prepare by gaining experience in high-stress medical or rescue settings, staying physically fit, and developing strong teamwork skills to thrive in this dynamic and rewarding role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a HEMS (Helicopter Emergency Medical Services) professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a HEMS professional, you need advanced medical training (such as paramedic or critical care nurse certification), strong decision-making skills, and experience in emergency medicine. Familiarity with aeromedical equipment, flight safety protocols, and certifications like FP-C or CCRN are typically required. Exceptional communication, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are crucial soft skills in this high-stakes environment. These skills are vital to ensure safe, efficient, and effective patient care during rapid transport and challenging rescue situations.

What is the difference between Hems vs Upholsterer?

AspectHemsUpholsterer
Primary RoleSewing and finishing fabric edges on garments or home textilesRepairing, reupholstering, and creating furniture coverings
Required SkillsSewing, fabric cutting, attention to detailUpholstery techniques, sewing, furniture repair
Work EnvironmentTextile or clothing manufacturing, tailoring shopsFurniture repair shops, upholstery studios
CertificationsNone typically required, sewing skills emphasizedNone required, upholstery experience preferred

Hems primarily focus on sewing and finishing fabric edges in textiles and clothing, while upholsterers specialize in furniture repair and reupholstering. Both roles require sewing skills but serve different industries and work environments.

What are HEMS?

HEMS stands for Helicopter Emergency Medical Services. These are specialized helicopter operations that provide rapid medical response, transportation, and care for critically ill or injured patients. HEMS teams typically consist of highly trained pilots, paramedics, and sometimes doctors who work together to deliver advanced medical care both at the scene and during transport to hospitals. HEMS play a crucial role in improving patient outcomes, especially in remote or hard-to-reach areas where ground ambulance access may be limited.
What are the most commonly searched types of Hems jobs? The most popular types of Hems jobs are:
What states have the most Hems jobs? States with the most job openings for Hems jobs include:
Infographic showing various Hems job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 51% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 24% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,781 per year, or $16.2 per hour.
Senior Director Engineering, Home Software Applications

Senior Director Engineering, Home Software Applications

Generac

Waukesha, WI • Remote

$253K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Generac Power Systems rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 64 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

294th of 421 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.


Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?


The Senior Director Engineering , Home Software Applications is a senior engineering and product strategy leader responsible for defining, building, and scaling the software foundation that powers Generac's connected home energy ecosystem. This role carries dual responsibility: leading dealerfacing software applications while owning the platform teams that support consumerfacing experiences. The scope spans feature teams across PWRcell Battery Storage, PWRmicro Solar Microinverter, Home Standby (HSB) Generator, Load Management, and the Home Energy Management System (HEMS), working in close partnership with the broader platform organization. Feature teams for Smart Thermostat and Security remain embedded within their respective business units, requiring strong collaboration and alignment across the enterprise.


This leader is both a builder and a transformer. Generac's Home Software organization is in the midst of a significant evolution, reshaping how software is designed, developed, and delivered in an increasingly AInative world. The Senior Director will accelerate this transformation by embedding AIassisted development practices across teams, evolving team topologies to maximize scale and leverage, and delivering intelligent, datadriven features across every customer touchpoint. Success in this role requires handson experience deploying large language models in production-specifically Claude Code-paired with the ability to partner closely with Platform Product Management, Software Platform leadership, business unit leaders, engineering, design, hardware, and gotomarket teams to define and execute platform strategy at scale.

This role is on-site, preferably in Oakland, CA or Toronto.

Responsibilities

  • Own and drive the technical and product strategy for the Home Software Applications across its full scope:

  • Ownership of dealer-facing software platforms (portals, commissioning tools, remote diagnostics, field service applications)

  • Platform team ownership for consumer-facing mobile and cloud applications; direct feature team ownership for PWRcell, PWRmicro, HSB Generator, Load Management, and HEMS

  • Accelerate the ongoing AI transformation of the software engineering organization, embed AI-assisted development practices, retool workflows, evolve team topologies, and build a culture of continuous learning; leverage hands-on experience with Claude via Amazon Bedrock to lead credibly and drive product innovation

  • Lead, grow, and develop a high-performing engineering organization of 25-50 engineers across multiple squads and disciplines; establish clear career paths, talent development programs, and a strong engineering culture

  • Partner with the CTO, Home to define multi-year platform architecture and technology strategy; ensure alignment with Generac's broader corporate strategy and Home business objectives

  • Drive platform reliability, scalability, and security across all software components; establish engineering standards, best practices, and quality frameworks appropriate for connected home energy systems

  • Collaborate with Platform Product Management to define and evolve the platform roadmap, ensuring shared infrastructure capabilities enable and accelerate all business unit feature teams

  • Partner closely with Business Unit leaders and Business Unit Engineering leaders to align platform capabilities with product line needs, clarify ownership boundaries, and resolve cross-team dependencies efficiently

  • Collaborate with the UI/UX Design and Research team to ensure customer and dealer-facing experiences are informed by deep user insight and meet Generac's quality standards for usability and accessibility

  • Lead the engineering strategy for intelligent home energy features - including predictive load management, AI-driven energy optimization, demand response, and personalized energy insights

  • Manage platform-level technology partnerships and third-party integrations, including consumer ecosystem platforms, utility APIs, grid operators, and OEM technology providers

  • Establish and track KPIs for platform health, engineering productivity, and product quality; present progress and strategic updates to CTO and executive leadership

  • Drive substantial business growth as a direct result of platform capabilities, enabling new business models, unlocking new market segments, and accelerating time-to-market for new products

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, and Service to ensure platform capabilities are well-understood commercially and support the full customer and dealer lifecycle

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline

  • 15+ years of progressive software engineering experience, with at least 5 years in a senior engineering leadership role (Director or above) managing large, multi-disciplinary software teams

  • Demonstrated experience delivering software products across mobile (iOS/Android), and cloud/backend services

  • Hands-on, practitioner-level experience building or deploying AI/LLM-powered applications using Claude Code or equivalent LLM

  • Proven experience leading or actively participating in an AI-driven engineering transformation, including adopting AI-assisted development tooling, restructuring team workflows, and evolving engineering culture

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline

  • Experience scaling software engineering organizations in the 25-50+ engineer range, including organizational design, hiring strategy, and talent development

  • Deep familiarity with AI/ML product development, including cloud-based ML pipelines, predictive energy algorithms, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and LLM-powered user experiences

  • Experience deploying AI-native developer tooling (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude, internal LLM toolchains) at scale to measurably accelerate engineering velocity

  • Background in IoT or connected home energy products; strong understanding of device-to-cloud architecture, embedded gateway firmware, OTA update strategies, and edge/cloud data flows

  • Experience with Home Energy Management Systems (HEMS), demand response, grid services, or utility API integrations

  • Experience leading full-stack development of dealer or field-technician-facing software platforms, including web portals, commissioning tools, and remote diagnostics

  • Strong product strategy instincts, ability to synthesize market trends, customer insights, and technical feasibility into a compelling, prioritized platform roadmap

  • Demonstrated experience collaborating deeply with UI/UX Design and User Research teams to translate user insights into high-quality software experiences

  • Track record of successfully shipping high-quality consumer-facing and dealer-facing software products with measurable business impact

  • Exceptional communication skills, able to translate complex technical strategy into clear narratives for executive audiences, business unit leaders, and external partners

Generac is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role based in (California) is $239,000 - $323,000. This compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications and geographic location. This role is eligible for variable compensation including short term and long-term incentives.
US "This position includes a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans; life, long-term disability, flexible spending and health savings accounts, accrued paid time off, 8 paid Holidays and 401(k) retirement benefits."

Canada This position includes a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans; life, long-term disability, flexible spending and health savings accounts, accrued paid time off, paid Holidays (10 for Ontario, 11 for British Columbia) and RRSP retirement benefits."

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