upholsterer

Overview

Languages

French

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Willing to relocate
• Assembly

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Replace worn-out webbing, springs and other furniture parts
• Lay out, cut, fabricate and install upholstery
• Tack, glue or sew ornamental trim, braids or buttons
• Operate sewing machines or sew by hand
• Cut fabric or layers of fabric to specifications
• Mark, cut and sew fabric

Experience and specialization

Type of materials

• Leather
• Vinyl

Equipment and machinery experience

• Leather stitching machine

Type of industry experience

• Furniture and fixtures manufacturing company
• Furniture upholstery and repair shop

Cleaning experience

• Upholstery

Area of specialization

• Factory assembly
• Seamstress

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Standing for extended periods

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Benefits

Health benefits

• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Travel insurance
• Wellness program