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Sweet Modern

Vintage Furniture Restoration Woodworker

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A Furniture Finisher applies stains and varnishes to finished furniture, and removes and replaces the finish on old furniture.

$39,072 / year median in Ohio

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Full Job Description Sweet Modern is a vintage furniture store and restoration shop located in Akron, OH. We are looking for an experienced workworker / refinisher to join our workshop crew in restoring fine furniture. Job duties include but are not limited to: Disassembly, inspection, and identification of problems with pieces Sanding solid wood and veneered furniture Gluing loose joints and making repairs Fabricating and replacing missing or broken parts Applying oils and stains Applying spray lacquer toner and clear coats Addressing minor issues with touch-up tools (markers, pencils, etc.) Lifting and moving furniture Helping to keep the shop area tidy We seek individuals that: Have at least five years of experience in woodworking and refinishing Have an eye for detail and respect for quality workmanship Are handy and have hands-on experience with tools and wood repairs Are organized and can manage deadlines on a variety of projects at the same time
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$20.00 – $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Application Question(s): Please describe your job skills and qualifications for this position. Do you have prior experience working with vintage furniture? Are you able to regularly lift over 50 lbs? Do you have experience in other skills that may be useful in this position, such as metalworking, sculpting, fine arts, etc.?
Experience:
Woodworking:
5 years (Preferred)
Refinishing:
5 years (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person