Trade Apprentice- Upholster Department

Living Spaces Furniture; La Mirada (CA); On-site; USD 23,970 - 32,029; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (full-time only)

Dental (full-time only)

Vision (full-time only)

401(k) with Company match

Paid Sick Leave

Holiday pay

Life insurance

Job summary

Living Spaces Furniture in La Mirada, California is seeking a Trade Apprentice to provide hands-on training in upholstery or cutting trades. This entry-level role offers the chance to work with experienced professionals, gaining proficiency in essential tools and techniques for fabric cutting and furniture upholstery.

The position involves practical learning, quality inspections, and maintaining an organized workspace, promoting a safe work environment. This role includes opportunities for overtime pay and eligibility for various benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily.
• Basic knowledge of fabric and use of upholstery or cutting hand tools is a plus.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience with tools and equipment used in upholstery or cutting.
• Learn to inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality standards and customer specifications.
• Participate in ongoing training sessions and workshops.

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Upholstery tools

Cutting tools

Job description

Position Summary

The Trade Apprentice is an entry‑level role designed to provide hands‑on training and skill development in the upholstery or cutting trades. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, gaining proficiency in essential techniques, tools, and processes required for cutting materials or upholstering furniture with precision and craftsmanship.

Position Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Gain hands‑on experience with tools and equipment used in upholstery or cutting, such as staple guns, sewing machines, and foam cutters.
• Gain expertise in upholstering furniture, including stretching, fitting, and securing materials over frames, and performing repairs or restorations.
• Study and practice different upholstery methods, including tufting, pleating, and padding.
• Learn to accurately cut to specifications, contributing to the overall quality and craftsmanship of the final product.
• Train on how to accurately measure and mark materials before cutting, ensuring precision and adherence to design plans.
• Learn to inspect cut pieces for accuracy and quality, adjusting as needed to meet standards.
• Work with and learn from senior upholsterers or senior cutters in various tasks, including measuring and cutting fabric.
• Help with the assembly and disassembly of furniture pieces.
• Select and prepare materials, such as fabrics, leathers, and padding, for upholstery projects.
• Learn to maintain an organized inventory of supplies and tools.
• Learn how to inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality standards and customer specifications.
• Assist in making adjustments and repairs as needed.
• Participate in ongoing training sessions and workshops to improve trade‑specific knowledge and skills.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and keep work area clean and orderly. Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of fabric and use of upholstery or cutting hand tools is a plus.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Compensation

Pay range: $17.40 – $23.25 per hour. Overtime pay is available for eligible, non‑exempt Team Members. Reimbursement for expenses as required by applicable law and Company policy. Retail, Guest Services, and Distribution Center Team Members are eligible to receive a team bonus based on meeting specific goals and KPIs.

Additional Available Benefits

• Medical (full‑time only)
• Dental (full‑time only)
• Vision (full‑time only)
• 401(k) with Company match (full and part‑time)
• Vacation (full‑time only or as otherwise required by applicable law)
• Paid Sick Leave (full and part‑time)
• Flex or Health Spending Account (for eligible full‑time only)
• Employee Assistance Program (full and part‑time)
• Holiday pay (full‑time only)
• Life insurance (full‑time only)

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status, or status as a Vietnam‑era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including but not limited to cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.

E‑Verify

Living Spaces participates in E‑Verify. All newly‑hired team members are queried through this electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify their identity and employment eligibility.