Green Card Tailor Jobs
Tailor jobs with U.S. green card sponsorship are filed under EB-3 for skilled workers, with some candidates qualifying under EB-2 based on advanced credentials. Employers sponsor permanent residency through PERM labor certification, followed by an I-140 petition. Competition for sponsorship is real, but custom and alterations roles at established garment and apparel employers do file.
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Levi Strauss & Co. isn't your typical retailer. We've been pushing boundaries since 1873, inventing the blue jean, redefining khakis, and breaking barriers with size-inclusive activewear. We champion sustainability and ethical practices. Our brands (Levi's®, Dockers®, Beyond Yoga®) stand for freedom and self-expression.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Store Manager, Tailors are consumer centric, open minded, proactive, and think beyond the task. You are responsible for delivering a best-in-class Tailoring experience and excellent product for all consumers through a variety of functions and procedures relating to customer service, sales, and Tailor Shop operations.
We're looking for a Tailor who shares our values:
- Embraces Originality and Integrity: You share our passion for fashion and understand the importance of our brand heritage.
- Empathy for Customers and Co-workers: You add positivity to our store culture.
- Demonstrate Courage: You lead with our values.
- Drives Performance: You're results-oriented and support the team.
You'll support the leadership team to success:
- Executes and is responsible for basic alteration services (i.e. Hemming, patch and repair, tapering, etc.) and more technical alterations (e.g. Fitting/tailoring items other than jeans, where more technical equipment is necessary; detailed appearance altering processes.)
- Exemplifies and possesses strong customer service skills to elevate our clients’ experience.
- Resolve tailor-related consumer concerns in a manner consistent with company policy and with consumer satisfaction in mind. Partner with store management on elevated consumer issues.
- Educates and trains store teams on customer offerings and services provided by the Tailor Shop.
- May support with training Tailors within district and/or region on Tailor processes and Levi’s Tailoring standards.
- Comply with all Levi's® Stores policy, procedure, and programs, able to follow directives of store management.
- Suggest looks that incorporate the latest trends and current promotions based on the consumer's needs consistent with Levi's® service approach.
- Promote Levi's® omni experience by engaging consumers with Red Tab Loyalty program.
- Efficient handling of all cash and Tailor Shop-related merchandise operations and procedures in compliance with store policy.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Has a thorough understanding of denim industry and current/upcoming trends.
- Understands textiles and fabrics with proven skills in sewing, tailoring and textile repair.
- Has awareness of design and details strong communication skills both internally and externally.
- Is fashion savvy and interested in current trends.
- Enjoys being busy and juggling multiple tasks.
- Is available to work a flexible schedule to meet, including evening, weekend and holidays.
- Is able to lift up to 40 pounds, as well as constant standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, bending, reaching overhead, and climbing ladders with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Has reliable transportation.
- Must be 16 years old.
- Has a minimum of 3 years’ sewing/tailoring experience, a strong knowledge of jeans construction, and a thorough knowledge of machines used in the sewing of denim products.
- Formal training in apparel design preferred but not required.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vets
LOCATION
Dallas, TX, USA
FULL TIME/PART TIME
Part time
FILL DATE
This position is expected to be filled by 01/20/2027.
Current LS& Co Employees, apply via your Workday account.
INTRODUCTION
Levi Strauss & Co. isn't your typical retailer. We've been pushing boundaries since 1873, inventing the blue jean, redefining khakis, and breaking barriers with size-inclusive activewear. We champion sustainability and ethical practices. Our brands (Levi's®, Dockers®, Beyond Yoga®) stand for freedom and self-expression.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Store Manager, Tailors are consumer centric, open minded, proactive, and think beyond the task. You are responsible for delivering a best-in-class Tailoring experience and excellent product for all consumers through a variety of functions and procedures relating to customer service, sales, and Tailor Shop operations.
We're looking for a Tailor who shares our values:
- Embraces Originality and Integrity: You share our passion for fashion and understand the importance of our brand heritage.
- Empathy for Customers and Co-workers: You add positivity to our store culture.
- Demonstrate Courage: You lead with our values.
- Drives Performance: You're results-oriented and support the team.
You'll support the leadership team to success:
- Executes and is responsible for basic alteration services (i.e. Hemming, patch and repair, tapering, etc.) and more technical alterations (e.g. Fitting/tailoring items other than jeans, where more technical equipment is necessary; detailed appearance altering processes.)
- Exemplifies and possesses strong customer service skills to elevate our clients’ experience.
- Resolve tailor-related consumer concerns in a manner consistent with company policy and with consumer satisfaction in mind. Partner with store management on elevated consumer issues.
- Educates and trains store teams on customer offerings and services provided by the Tailor Shop.
- May support with training Tailors within district and/or region on Tailor processes and Levi’s Tailoring standards.
- Comply with all Levi's® Stores policy, procedure, and programs, able to follow directives of store management.
- Suggest looks that incorporate the latest trends and current promotions based on the consumer's needs consistent with Levi's® service approach.
- Promote Levi's® omni experience by engaging consumers with Red Tab Loyalty program.
- Efficient handling of all cash and Tailor Shop-related merchandise operations and procedures in compliance with store policy.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Has a thorough understanding of denim industry and current/upcoming trends.
- Understands textiles and fabrics with proven skills in sewing, tailoring and textile repair.
- Has awareness of design and details strong communication skills both internally and externally.
- Is fashion savvy and interested in current trends.
- Enjoys being busy and juggling multiple tasks.
- Is available to work a flexible schedule to meet, including evening, weekend and holidays.
- Is able to lift up to 40 pounds, as well as constant standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, bending, reaching overhead, and climbing ladders with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Has reliable transportation.
- Must be 16 years old.
- Has a minimum of 3 years’ sewing/tailoring experience, a strong knowledge of jeans construction, and a thorough knowledge of machines used in the sewing of denim products.
- Formal training in apparel design preferred but not required.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vets
LOCATION
Dallas, TX, USA
FULL TIME/PART TIME
Part time
FILL DATE
This position is expected to be filled by 01/20/2027.
Current LS& Co Employees, apply via your Workday account.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Tailor
Document your trade credentials before applying
Gather formal tailoring certificates, apprenticeship records, and portfolio evidence before targeting sponsors. PERM requires your employer to prove no qualified U.S. worker is available, so your documented specialty strengthens the labor certification file.
Target apparel employers with PERM filing history
Search the OFLC Wage Search to find employers who have filed PERM applications for tailor or sewn-goods roles. Prior filings signal an established sponsorship process, reducing the chance you'll need to educate HR from scratch.
Search for sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Tailor roles by green card sponsorship history, so you can focus on employers who have already navigated the EB-3 PERM process rather than approaching companies with no sponsorship track record.
Understand how EB-3 wage tiers affect your offer
Your employer must pay at least the PERM prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check Level I through Level IV wages for tailors in your target city before negotiating your offer.
Clarify job duties to avoid PERM audit risk
PERM job descriptions must reflect what you will actually do daily. Vague or overloaded duty lists attract DOL audits that can delay your case by a year or more, so align your offer letter language with the specific tailoring tasks involved.
Confirm your employer uses E-Verify before PERM starts
E-Verify participation is increasingly expected in federal contractor supply chains where many tailoring and uniform contracts sit. Confirming your employer is enrolled prevents compliance complications during the PERM recruitment phase.
Green Card Tailor: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Tailor job qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Tailor roles typically qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, which covers positions requiring at least two years of training or experience. The employer must complete PERM labor certification with DOL before filing the I-140 petition with USCIS. The role must be full-time and permanent, and the employer must demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker was available.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a Tailor?
H-1B visa requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related specialty field, which most tailor roles cannot satisfy, making EB-3 the practical path. EB-3 has no annual lottery and leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary work period. The tradeoff is a longer timeline: PERM labor certification alone can take six to eighteen months before the I-140 is even filed.
How long does the EB-3 PERM process take for a Tailor?
From the start of PERM recruitment advertising to an approved green card, most EB-3 cases for workers born in non-backlogged countries take two to four years. DOL analyst review for PERM has been running over a year in recent periods. Applicants from India and China face additional backlogs at the I-485 adjustment of status stage due to annual per-country visa limits.
Where can I find Tailor jobs that already sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search Tailor positions filtered specifically by employment-based green card sponsorship history. This saves time by surfacing employers who have already filed PERM applications for similar roles, rather than approaching companies unfamiliar with the EB-3 process. Focusing your search this way significantly improves your chances of finding an employer ready to sponsor.
What happens if my Tailor job duties change after PERM is filed?
A material change in job duties after PERM certification can invalidate the labor certification and require restarting the process. If you move to a different employer location or your role shifts significantly before your I-485 is approved, USCIS may determine the underlying petition no longer reflects the offered position. Document any role changes and flag them to your employer's immigration counsel immediately.