Restoration Specialist

Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology that provides value-added services for collectors worldwide. We grade, authenticate, vault, and sell millions of record-setting collectibles, all while modernizing and digitalizing the process to further our mission of helping collectors pursue their passions. We’re always on the lookout for talented people to join our growing team.

Our services span collectible coins, trading cards, Funko Pops!, video games, event tickets, autographs, and memorabilia. Our subsidiaries include PSA, PCGS, SGC, WATA, and Card Ladder.

Since our founding in 1986, we have graded and authenticated millions of items. We employ more than 1,900 people across our headquarters in Santa Ana and offices in Jersey City, Tokyo, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Toronto, Guadalajara, Dallas, and Paris.

We’re looking for a Restoration Specialist to join our PCGS team to help maintain our industry-leading reputation for coin authentication, grading, and restoration. In this role, you’ll apply deep expertise in modern U.S. and international coins, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and preservation quality in our grading and restoration processes. 

You’ll report to the Modern Coin Grading Lead and work from our Santa Ana office.

What You’ll Do:

• Review, authenticate, and assess the condition, originality, and overall quality of modern coins submitted for grading and encapsulation

• Assign grades to modern coins using the PCGS grading scale and standards, with a focus on precision and consistency

• Conduct restoration procedures and conservation treatments to preserve, stabilize, or improve coins in accordance with PCGS policies and ethical guidelines

• Detect and identify a broad range of coin issues, including signs of damage, cleaning, alteration, or counterfeit characteristics, applying advanced diagnostic methods

• Document grades and restoration actions, providing clear explanations or notations when relevant

• Maintain individual production goals while ensuring high-quality grading and restoration output

• Collaborate with grading and restoration team members to achieve operational targets and maintain consistency across all evaluated coins

• Continuously improve expertise through numismatic research, restoration skill-building, and professional development

• Complete additional coin processing, evaluation, or restoration duties as assigned by grading and restoration leadership.

Who You Are:

• Extensive firsthand knowledge of modern collectible coins, their varieties, minting characteristics, and market standards

• Hands-on experience or formal training in coin restoration, conservation techniques, and best practices

• Demonstrated ability to accurately detect and diagnose alterations, cleaning, repairs, environmental damage, or counterfeit indicators in modern coinage

• Familiarity with up-to-date authentication and restoration technologies/tools

• Personal education or significant work history in the field of numismatics or coin collecting

• Effective problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills to maximize productivity and meet team goals

• Strong attention to detail and ability to focus for prolonged periods

• Integrity, discretion, and a commitment to professionalism and collaborative teamwork

• High school or equivalent education background preferred or equivalent work experience.

Hourly Rate: The reasonable estimated hourly rate for this position is $28-$33. Actual compensation varies based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including location, job level, prior experience and skill set. This role may be eligible for bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation, please ask your recruiter for details.

Reasons To Join Us:

• Health Insurance: All full-time employees are eligible to enroll in Medical, Dental, and Vision

• Additional Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for fertility, commuter, and educational assistance benefits

• 401(K) Matching Plan: We are proud to offer a competitive 401k matching plan to our employees to support their future financial goals

• Vacation: All full-time employees are eligible for paid vacation

• Holiday Pay: All regular, full-time employees are eligible for ten company paid holidays

• Employee Discounts: Employees receive discounts on select grading services for approved submissions

• Flexible Hours: Many of our teams offer flexible schedules with varying shifts and will work with you to accommodate your needs

• Fun Working Environment: Our team members are invited to participate in celebrations, holiday events, and team building activities

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