Job post summaryDate posted: Sep 18, 2026
Pay: CA$20.00-CA$23.00 per hour
Job description:
About Us
Luggage City is one of Canada’s longest-standing independent specialty luggage retailers. We manufacture and retail a wide range of high-quality leather goods, luggage, and handbags.
We are currently seeking a Skilled Tradesperson with hands-on experience in repairing luggage-related items such as suitcases, duffle bags, backpacks, handbags, and other travel accessories. Experience in repairing handbags or shoes is also highly valuable and transferable for this role, as it demonstrates the fine craftsmanship and attention to detail we're looking for.
If you take pride in working with your hands and have a passion for restoring well-loved items to their former glory, we’d love to hear from you!
Main Duties
- Perform high-quality repairs on a variety of luggage and travel goods
- Replace zippers, wheels, handles, and other hardware
- Repair or reinforce stitching and internal linings
- Assess damage and provide repair estimates
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace
- Communicate with customers or team members to clarify repair requirements
Job Requirements
- Fluency in English is a must
- Previous experience in luggage, leather, or bag repairs (required)
- Skilled in using hand tools, sewing machines, and other repair equipment
- Attention to detail and precision in craftsmanship
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple repair tickets
- Strong problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude
Experience and specialization
Type of materials
Textiles and leather
Leather
Computer and technology knowledge
MS Excel
MS Office
MS Outlook
MS Word
Additional information
Security and safety
Valid work permit or citizenship
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Tight deadlines
Attention to detail
Personal suitability
Dependability
Flexibility
Initiative
Judgement
Organized
Team player
Why Join Luggage City?
- Be part of a growing, customer-focused company with a reputation for quality service
- Work in a supportive environment where your trade is valued
- Opportunity to expand your skills and grow with our repair service team
How to Apply
If you are passionate about craftsmanship, have the necessary language skills and experience, enjoy working with your hands to bring well-loved travel gear back to life, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience to [email protected] with the subject line "Skilled Tradesperson – Luggage & Bag Repair".
Join Luggage City and be a part of our legacy in providing the best in leather goods and luggage. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Vaughan, ON L4L 9L3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have previous experience repairing luggage, handbags, backpacks, footwear, upholstery, garments, or similar products? Please describe.
- Are you comfortable using hand tools and small power tools such as drills, screwdrivers, pliers, rivet tools, cutters, and similar equipment?
- How comfortable are you taking apart an item, identifying what is broken, and figuring out how to repair or replace the damaged component?
- Some repairs require patience and trial-and-error when replacement parts don’t fit exactly. Can you give an example of a time you had to troubleshoot or improvise a solution to fix something?
- Do you have any sewing experience, either by hand or using an industrial or heavy-duty sewing machine?
- Work Location: In person
