Upholstery Technician

Essential Functions :

Designs and fabricates quality patterns for upholstery and foam builds. Reads design drawings to determine type and quantities of materials required for each project. Measures, cuts, fabricates, and assembles upholstery, insulation, soundproofing, and interior trim items from assorted materials. Utilizes hand tools, power tools, machinery, and shop equipment safely and effectively. Follows patterns, templates, sketches, or blueprints, using chalk, pencil, paint, or other method to make cuts along marked lines. Sews, staples, glues, and cements materials to assemble upholstery or trim items. Attaches snap fasteners, grommets, buckles, cords, and other accessories to upholstery or trim items. Attaches binding or applies solutions to edges of cut material to prevent raveling. Performs basic carpentry to repair and produce furniture pieces. Operates sewing machine to seam cushions and join various sections of covering material. Sews hang buttons, hooks, or other fasteners onto fabric. Fits, installs, and secures material on work piece utilizing most appropriate method. Adjusts and replaces webbing, padding, and springs in furniture; secures in place as appropriate. Identifies areas of potential problems in upholstery and develops a solution. Maintains work area in a clean and orderly manner. Assists with maintenance of shop equipment. Manages inventory of basic upholstery and sewing supplies; places supply orders as needed. Transports materials and furniture to various locations. Performs other related duties and projects as business needs require at direction of management.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum five (5) years of sewing and upholstery experience.

Special Requirements/Certification:

Valid California's driver's license, a plus.

Pay Range :

$20.84 to 26.00/hr