Job Description

Alpha Dog Firearms is looking to employ an enthusiastic and skilled gunsmith to repair, modify, and build various types of guns. The gunsmith’s responsibilities include installing new chokes on shotguns, safely test-firing guns, and rebluing gun components as needed. You should also be able to file and polish gun components without causing damage.

To be successful as a gunsmith, you should be cautious, detail-oriented, and knowledgeable of gun control laws. Ultimately, an outstanding gunsmith should be able to safely use various gunsmithing tools as well as demonstrate excellent mechanical, woodworking, and metalworking skills.

Gunsmith duties at our store are mostly limited to cleanings, small repairs, and safety inspections as we do not have a lathe or cerakote capabilities.

Gunsmith Responsibilities:

• Maintaining accurate records of the nature of the work done on customers’ guns as well as customers’ gun details, such as gun serial number, gun type, caliber, and gauge.
• Inspecting customers’ guns to identify any mechanical problems.
• Designing and constructing guns according to customers’ specifications.
• Modifying or adapting factory-made guns to customers’ specifications.
• Repairing damaged gun components and fixing gun malfunctions.
• Replacing the barrels on existing rifles to change the caliber, correct accuracy problems, alter the overall rifle weight, or provide a customized look.
• Bluing gun barrels and various gun components to prevent rusting.
• Restoring old, dilapidated, or antique guns.
• Attaching optical sights, pistol grips, or recoil pads to various guns.

Gunsmith Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of an accredited gunsmith training program.
• Proven experience working as a gunsmith.
• Sound knowledge of gun control laws and gun safety.
• The ability to safely use gunsmithing tools.
• The ability to interpret blueprints for guns.
• Strong mechanical, woodworking, and metalworking skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and customer service skills.

At Alpha Dog Firearms, we value diversity and inclusion. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to building a team that reflects a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. We encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals.

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