Gilder-Gold Leaf

Summary Job Description

Seeking an experienced gilder with a developed skill for accuracy and speed when working with gold metal leaf. Individual would have a keen eye for sheen and texture as well as a highly trained hand in burnishing, applying tone, shellac, and lacquer. Must be flexible in their ability to provide an antique leafed look, as well as a contemporary clean finish on furniture.

Essential Duties

• Covers surfaces of furniture with metal leaf in a timely fashion
• Ability to use hands and tools to brush sizing on items according to design
• Picks up leaf with brush or tool, laying it over sizing
• Ability to press sheets of leaf onto sizing by hand
• Smooths leaf over surface, removing any excess as necessary
• Knowledge of using polished burnishing agate, cotton pad, or gloved hand to polish leaf or create worn metal finish
• May brush or spray protective lacquer coat over gilded surface
• Must follow all safety policies and procedures
• All other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

• Previous gold leaf experience a plus

Physical Requirements

The physical demands and work environment expectations described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to walk, stand, climb, stoop, twist, push, pull, and bend over the course of 8 hours
• Must be able to work in noisy environments
• Must be able to climb up and down on pallets and ladders as needed
• Frequently lifting/carrying objects up to 30 lbs.; up to 100 lbs. with assistance