Furniture Repair Apprentice - Hands-On Craft & Career Growth

Raymour & Flanigan Furniture and Mattresses; Gibbstown (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Raymour & Flanigan Furniture and Mattresses in New Jersey is launching a Furniture Repair Technician in Training program. Trainees learn to fully repair furniture, including upholstery, wood, leather, and mechanisms, within our service centers.

The program spans 7–12 weeks with skill-based milestones and five levels of craftsmanship to develop color, finishes, upholstery, leather and structure repair expertise. This is an entry-level pathway with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, lower, push, and pull furniture up to 100 lbs
• Aptitude for craftsmanship, artistry, and carpentry
• High level of attention to detail and professionalism
• Knowledge of mixing paints, powders and stains to match finishes
• Ability to repair, replace, and rebuild damaged leather/upholstery or mechanical parts
• Set up and operate tools such as power drills, sanders, saws and other repair tools

Responsibilities

• Repair upholstery, wood, leather, and mechanisms as needed
• Train in five levels of craftsmanship to master color, finishes, upholstery, leather and structure repair
• Work in Raymour & Flanigan service centers
• Demonstrate professionalism and teamwork in a hands-on environment
• Operate repair tools and diagnose issues with furniture components
• Maintain safety and quality standards while handling heavy items

Skills

Hand tools

Craftsmanship

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Physical strength

Tools

Power drills

Sanders

Saws

Job description

Raymour & Flanigan Furniture and Mattresses in New Jersey is launching a Furniture Repair Technician in Training program. Trainees learn to fully repair furniture, including upholstery, wood, leather, and mechanisms, within our service centers.

The program spans 7–12 weeks with skill-based milestones and five levels of craftsmanship to develop color, finishes, upholstery, leather and structure repair expertise. This is an entry-level pathway with growth opportunities.