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Lead, Unloading/Tattoo

Milan, MO · On-site

$26.55/hr

Tattoo Hogs * Wash Pens and Alleyways * Verify truck drivers are TQA Certified * Follow unloading procedures * Check all paperwork for accuracy and enter on computer * Pigs must be accounted for and ...

Key Holder

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$14 - $16/hr

When you work at Hart & Huntington Tattoo Co, you get to share what you love most about tattoos and artwork with the coolest customers around. From showing off our latest creations to finding a ...

Identifies (tattoo), scales, moves and accurately counts livestock, including any dead or non-ambulatory animals.Moves hogs from trucks to holding pens.Monitors yard and truck conditions according to ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for tattoo job in the United States is $51.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.91 and $38.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a tattoo artist?

A tattoo artist is a skilled professional who applies permanent designs to the skin using needles and specialized ink. They typically work in tattoo studios, consult with clients to create custom artwork or apply pre-designed images, and follow strict hygiene and safety protocols. Tattoo artists require artistic ability, technical skill, and knowledge of skin anatomy. Many also have to be licensed or certified depending on local regulations.

What is the difference between Tattoo Job vs Piercing Artist?

AspectTattoo JobPiercing Artist
CredentialsTattoo license, health & safety certificationsPiercing license, health & safety certifications
Work EnvironmentTattoo studios, parlorsPiercing studios, salons
Industry UsageCommonly employed in tattoo shopsCommonly employed in piercing studios
Search & Comparison IntentPeople comparing tattooing careers or servicesPeople interested in body piercing careers or services

While both tattoo artists and piercing artists work in body modification, tattoo jobs focus on creating permanent designs with ink, requiring specific certifications and working primarily in tattoo studios. Piercing artists specialize in body piercings, often working in piercing studios or salons, with similar licensing requirements. Understanding these differences helps clients and professionals choose the right service or career path within the body art industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Tattoo Artist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Tattoo Artist, you need strong artistic ability, knowledge of skin anatomy, and typically a completed apprenticeship or formal training in tattooing with proper licensure. Familiarity with tattoo machines, sterilization equipment, and digital design software is essential, along with adherence to health and safety regulations. Excellent communication, patience, and customer service skills help build client trust and ensure a positive experience. These skills and qualities are crucial for creating safe, high-quality tattoos and maintaining a successful reputation in the industry.

What are some common challenges tattoo artists face when working with clients?

Tattoo artists often encounter challenges such as managing client expectations, accommodating last-minute design changes, and ensuring clients are comfortable throughout the process. Communication is key, as artists must interpret a variety of ideas and styles while advising on feasibility and aftercare. Additionally, maintaining a sterile environment and adhering to health regulations are daily priorities to ensure both client safety and professional reputation.
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$14/hr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Are you ready to have some fun?

When you work at Hart & Huntington Tattoo Co, you get to share what you love most about tattoos and artwork with the coolest customers around. From showing off our latest creations to finding a unique design for a client, no day is ever the same. And with tons of chances for you to keep learning and advancing, its a big job with even bigger opportunities.

We are currently interviewing for a full-time key holder position.

To qualify, we'd like you to have at least 1-3 years of retail sales experience and or management experience.


Our ideal candidate is self-driven, ambitious, and engaged.

This is not an apprenticeship.

Job Description

FT Key Holder

A Key Holder of Hart & Huntington Tattoo assists the Store Manager in motivating and inspiring their team to achieve store productivity goals. They help the Store Manager to analyze daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and year to date sales, and develop action plans to drive maximum sales potential. Other responsibilities include; managing tattoo health and safety standards, ensuring the individual and collective skills of the team are utilized effectively, and both the staff and customer experience is positive. Effectively manages store operations, ensuring consistency and compliance.

Essential Functions:

  • Assists Store Manager in responsibility for the store
  • Must be well versed in all functions of Sales Associate and Key Holder positions
  • Consistently creates a welcoming environment for the customer by greeting and assisting; as well as quickly responding to customer inquiries and needs
  • Demonstrates desired behaviors for staff including driving sales, handling difficult and/or complicated sales, cash management, inventory, and follow-up with customers
  • Act as a mentor to coach employees and offer feedback
  • Assists Store Manager with providing a strong leadership presence and control in store, while ensuring that all customers receive good service and quality tattoos and merchandise
  • Utilizes company tools to diagnose opportunities and develops action plans to improve performance
  • Ability to stay focused during busy times and delegate tasks to employees to keep business running smoothly
  • Forecasts/reforecast business, focusing on productivity to meet sales goals
  • Receives/answers emails and processes online tattoo deposits
  • Identifies opportunities to drive traffic into the store through community events
  • Regularly communicates with Store Manager to discuss strengths, opportunities, and trends in business
  • Assists Store Manager in maintaining high quality health and safety standards that comply with the Health Department and H&Hs policies.
  • Assists Store Manager in delivering consistent, in the moment, feedback and coaching
  • Ensures company standards are met for store and associate appearance at all times
  • Prioritizes, plans, and adjusts schedules as necessary to maximize sales
  • Receives / Processes vendor deliveries and stocks sales floor in a timely manner
  • Responsible for refilling inventory and office/tattoo supply stock levels and reordering or requesting as necessary
  • Enforces all company policies and procedures, including health, safety, and security
  • Selling as required
  • Manages and controls shrink
  • Performs all duties as directed by supervisor

Qualifications



Education/Experience: 1-3 years experience in retail store management



Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with confidence to both employees and customers. Possess strong written communication skills.



Mathematic Skills: Basic math functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Ability to use a calculator and calculate percentages and ratios. Must be able to make change in American monetary units.



Reasoning Ability: Ability to multi-task, while being attentive to customers and remaining flexible to the needs of the business. Ability to work as part of a team and take initiative independent of direct supervision.



Physical Demands: This position involves constant moving, talking, hearing, reaching, grabbing and standing for at least 3 consecutive hours. May occasionally involve stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders. Vision abilities include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Involves lifting at least 30 lbs.



Other Skills: Must be an excellent organizer and problem solver with strong project management skills. Enthusiastic, friendly, and energetic with a genuine desire to provide outstanding service.



Work Hours: Available to work a variety of hours, which may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts. Must maintain availability that meets the needs of the business and allows for flexibility in scheduling.



Skills Required

  • Financial and Business Acumen: Ability to evaluate financial and business indicators and translate data into actionable information to drive results
  • Problem Solving & Decision Quality: Able to build constructive and effective relationships
  • Ability to influence at all levels, as well as a demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team and be assertive in driving successful management strategies
  • Influencing and Negotiation: Can present ideas and directions that lead others to action
  • Planning and priority Setting: Demonstrate an ability to set objectives and goals and organize work appropriately to meet and exceed goals. Possess strong organizational and time management skills
  • Demonstrates strong listening, written and oral communication skills

. Demonstrates experience with IG/FB etc.



We are looking forward to hearing from you.


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