Furniture Technician apprenticeship requires the completion of a 52-week training course. Apprentices are required to pass a performance-based practical exam at the end of each training cycle. Shop refinishing personnel must be qualified to troubleshoot, problem solve, rebuild, refinish, touch-up and repair any and all merchandise that does not meet the quality standards for delivery or pick-up by the company’s customers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ability to discern color and color match
• General knowledge of wood/upholstery/leather repair techniques to include knowledge or supplies needed for said repairs
• Proficiency with specialty equipment such as – band saws, table saws, steamer, spray booth
• Skills and ability to cut glass
• Ability to read and comprehend assembly instructions with ability to train others
• Must be available to work each scheduled shift and should report to work on time.

• Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to correct storage locations.
• Stack merchandise carefully and efficiently in appropriate bins to prevent damage.
• Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of their towmotor.
• Perform furniture handler and CPU duties as needed in addition to primary towmotor responsibilities.

• Adhere to all safety and security regulations and report concerns to management.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and repair any defects found in merchandise using proper furniture techniques that will restore product to vendor specifications. To include but not limited to: use of fillers, burn-ins, fabrication, color matching and replacement with pigments and stains, structural repairs and installation of replacement parts.
• Proficiency in the spray application of finishes, sealers and toners to case goods.
• Must provide the highest level of customer service.
• Understand and adhere to Company Policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook and Policy and Procedures manual
• Any other duties or responsibilities as required by management