Aviation Upholstery Apprentice — Earn While You Learn

Flexjet LLC; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Deferred compensation

Health/dental/life insurance

Second shift premium

Job summary

Flexjet LLC is seeking an Upholstery Apprentice for our in-house maintenance facility on private aircraft. This “earn while you learn” role offers hands-on experience in fabrication, refurbishment and operation of sewing machines, within a safety-conscious team.

You will learn to interpret blueprints, prepare materials to pattern specs, and work with high-grade leather, while supporting colleagues and customers with quality workmanship and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Proficient with Windows and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist with upholstery fabrication, repair and refurbishment of aircraft seats and components.
• Learn to operate sewing machines (single/multi-needle), sergers and binding equipment.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings and work instructions with some assistance.
• Plan, prepare and cut materials to standard patterns for stitching and fitting.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and follow safety practices and PPE usage.
• Demonstrate professionalism and deliver quality workmanship to internal/external customers.

Skills

Fluent English

Strong communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Windows

MS Office

Job description

Flexjet LLC is seeking an Upholstery Apprentice for our in-house maintenance facility on private aircraft. This “earn while you learn” role offers hands-on experience in fabrication, refurbishment and operation of sewing machines, within a safety-conscious team.

You will learn to interpret blueprints, prepare materials to pattern specs, and work with high-grade leather, while supporting colleagues and customers with quality workmanship and professionalism.