Furniture Repair Technician Apprentice

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

Furniture Repair Technician in Training

At Raymour & Flanigan, we get it - you want an opportunity to learn a new trade and build a career. You want a work environment that challenges you, inspires you, and taps into your creative potential while being surrounded by great people and benefits.

At Raymour & Flanigan, we get it - you want an opportunity to learn a new trade and build a career. You want a work environment that challenges you, inspires you, and taps into your creative potential while being surrounded by great people and benefits.

Are you motivated to learn a new trade that offers great career opportunities? Do you like working with your hands to see results from using your talent and imagination? Do you enjoy working with tools?

Our Furniture Repair Technician in Training Program trains associates to fully repair furniture for our customers, whether it be stitching upholstery, repairing wood and leather, or repairing mechanisms in motion furniture. Our Furniture Repair Technicians work and train in the comfort of our service centers.

The Repair Technician in Training is 7-12 weeks along with monetary growth based on skill completion. The training program offers five levels of craftsmanship techniques to master color, finishes, upholstery, leather, structure repair etc.

Responsibilities / Requirements

• Ability to lift, lower, push, and pull all sizes of furniture up to and in excess of 100 lbs
• Must be comfortable working with hands and display an aptitude for craftsmanship, artistic, and/or carpentry services
• Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and professionalism at all times
• Knowledge of mixing paints, powders and stains to match existing finishes
• Ability to repair, replace, and rebuild damaged leather, upholstery furniture, or mechanical parts
• Ability to set up and operate tools such as power drills, sanders, saws, and other tools required for repair
• Excellent listening skills and the ability to work both independently and with a team

Raymour & Flanigan proudly supports a drug and smoke free work environment.

Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Raymour & Flanigan is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any associate or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, marital or familial status, genetic information or other basis protected by law.