Master Gunsmith

Maxon Shooter's Supplies & Indoor Range Job PostingWelcome to our Maxon Shooter's Supplies & Indoor Range job posting, we are currently looking to hire more great people for our gunsmith team right now! We have been a pillar of the firearms community around Chicago since 1953 and we consider it our mission to grow, broaden, and expand our community. We want to be the place to experience the world of shooting sports, and we want your help to make it the best experience possible for every customer!We are searching for a qualified individual to lead our gunsmithing department. The key role of this position will be performing the more difficult gunsmithing alterations and repairs, expanding the capabilities of the department, while also bringing our current gunsmiths up to speed on skills they may be lacking.Our gunsmithing department can currently troubleshoot, repair, disassemble and reassemble all types of firearms but cannot complete more complex custom work including drilling, machine work, and stock repair. The personal relationships you form in this community can be very rewarding, so keep on reading if this sounds like a good fit for you!Responsibilities and DutiesA Master gunsmith should be able to perform the following tasks:Repair ejecting & firing problems on handguns, rifles, shotgunsInspect, disassemble, clean, oil and reassemble all types of firearmsRepair damaged parts or order appropriate replacement parts and install themRepair and/or install barrelsChange the length, flute, re-crown, or thread a barrelInstall sights on handguns, rifles, shotgunsInstall triggers and adjust weightMount scopes and bore sightMachine workCustomization: checkering / hand-stippling / scalloping / bevelingRMR Sight cut & mountRefinish or repair wooden stocksBead-blast and refinishCerakote applicationMaintain a schedule for the routine maintenance of all range rental gunsStaff Training within your departmentQualifications & SkillsAt least 21 years of age with valid FOID cardGunsmithing degree or certificate from reputable institutionAt least 5 years of full-time paid gunsmith experienceReferences to show quality of workPhysical Requirements:Extended periods of standing.Lifting and/or pushing objects up to 40 lbs. on a regular basisWorking on a ladder at heights of up to 10 feet.Benefits and Perks$51,000 salary or more or 50% commission or a negotiable split of hourly/salary and commission dependent upon your experience and preferencePaid time off after 2000 hrs worked (approximately 1 year full-time)A paid day off every year on your birthdayOption to join group health insuranceOption to purchase disability insuranceUnlimited use of the ranges on your off timeSubstantial employee discounts on firearms and accessoriesBonus incentives for challenges, class sign ups, positive reviews, up selling, and more.