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.

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
• Supervise staff or team
• Make custom designs for clients
• Construct patterns and templates
• Supervisory Experience
• 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 upholstery and repair shop

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

Benefits

Health benefits

• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

• Life insurance