Furniture Repair Technician

Four Hands•Austin, TX

About The Position

Four Hands is hiring a Furniture Repair Technician to repair and restore furniture, perform cosmetic touch-ups, and prepare products for photography and showroom display. The role involves inspecting furniture, repairing damage, preparing samples and new product introductions, and maintaining showroom and photography furniture. The ideal candidate has hands-on repair experience, attention to detail, and familiarity with furniture finishing techniques. Training on Mohawk Finishing Products will be provided. The technician will work with the photography team as needed, maintain repair tools and materials, follow established safety procedures when handling finishing chemicals, and provide basic training to warehouse and quality team members. The role also includes upholding Four Hands’ Core Values: Be open and honest; Reach for excellence; Act with responsibility; Value the whole person; and Enjoy the journey.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of experience in furniture repair, touch-up, refinishing, or restoration.
Demonstrated wood touch-up skills, including filling, color matching, grain work, and spot finishing.
Experience repairing or refinishing at least one additional material, such as metal, stone, or leather, or willingness to learn.
Strong attention to detail and an eye for color, sheen, and finish consistency.
Ability to assess repair quality and determine when additional work or escalation is needed.
Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office and warehouse management systems (WMS).
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently and move up to 225 lbs with assistance.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, push, and reach for up to 8 hours per day.
Willingness to work overtime as needed.
Steel-toed boots or shoes are required during work hours.

Nice To Haves

Completion of Mohawk Finishing Products workshops or experience using Mohawk finishing products.
Experience with high-end residential or hospitality furniture.
Experience preparing furniture for photography, visual merchandising, or showroom displays.
Additional experience in wood finishing, stone fabrication, powder coat touch-up, or upholstery repair.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Inspect furniture for damage and defects and determine appropriate repair methods.
Perform cosmetic repairs and touch-ups on furniture damaged during transit, handling, or warehouse operations.
Repair and prepare incoming samples and new product introductions for photography and showroom presentation.
Assemble furniture samples and make minor adjustments as needed.
Prepare furniture for photography by correcting finish and color inconsistencies, evening out sheen, and blending repairs.
Clean and condition leather and upholstered surfaces.
Partner with the photography team to provide on-set support as needed.
Maintain showroom furniture and restore returned display and photography samples for resale or reuse.
Follow established repair standards and escalate pieces that cannot be restored to quality expectations.
Maintain repair tools, materials, inventory, and workspace.
Handle finishing chemicals, aerosols, and solvents in accordance with established safety procedures.
Provide basic training and guidance to warehouse and quality team members on damage prevention and simple furniture touch-up techniques.
Perform other duties as assigned, in accordance with training and qualifications.
Uphold the Core Values and contribute as a member of the Four Hands team.