FURNITURE REPAIR SPECIALIST

Compass Group•Pittsburgh, PA

11d•$65,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Furniture Repair Specialist is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, repairing, and reupholstering hospital furniture to ensure safety, functionality, infection-control compliance, and professional appearance. This role supports environmental services, patient comfort, staff safety, and regulatory standards by extending the life of hospital furniture through skilled repairs and preventive maintenance. This position is on site.

Requirements

Experience in upholstery, furniture repair, maintenance, or a related trade preferred
Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Ability to lift, move, and position furniture as required
Basic computer skills for documentation and work orders

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of hospital-grade materials and infection control standards is a plus
Sewing or industrial upholstery machine experience preferred
Knowledge of vinyl welding or patch repair, spring repair, preventative maintenance

Responsibilities

Inspect hospital furniture (chairs, recliners, stretchers, exam tables, couches, stools, etc.) for damage, wear, or safety concerns
Repair or replace damaged upholstery, padding, vinyl, fabric, and cushioning
Reupholster furniture using hospital-grade, infection-control–approved materials
Repair structural components including frames, mechanisms, armrests, footrests, and hardware
Identify safety hazards and remove unsafe furniture from service when necessary
Deliver furniture back to customer when ready to be placed back in service
Perform preventive maintenance to extend furniture lifespan
Perform and maintain furniture cleaning
Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and materials used
Ensure all repairs meet hospital safety, quality, and infection prevention standards
Collaborate with clinical staff, facilities, and leadership- exhibits professionalism at all times
Provides quality customer service to customers by providing one on one attention to detail
Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized manner
Follow all hospital policies, safety procedures, and regulatory guidelines
Maintain bed storage cleanliness, furniture storage cleanliness and organization-may assist with cleanliness of hospital facilities
Performs other duties as assigned as needed to support hospital environmental services operations
Honors departments attendance, break, behavior, dress and safety codes