Furniture Repairer

Nebraska Furniture Mart•Omaha, NE

1d•$19 - $23

About The Position

At Nebraska Furniture Mart (NFM), the Furniture Repairer repairs, touches up, and rebuilds furniture products, including complex repairs to ensure products are in top condition and sellable. The role includes inspecting products, repairing upholstery and structural components, performing glass cutting, using power tools and a sewing machine, matching stain and paint colors, and completing repairs in customers’ homes. The repairer may make decisions and negotiate while working in customers’ homes and may operate a repair van. The position also involves tracking merchandise inventory and maintaining safe, orderly work areas, including proper labeling and storage of hazardous chemicals.

Requirements

3–5 years of furniture repair experience.
1–2 years of customer service experience.
1–2 years of experience with furniture, flooring, and/or appliance or electronics products.
A valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record are required for staff who drive a service van.
Ability to lift, push, and pull required weights; backscreen required.
Ability to work night, weekend, and/or early morning hours based on business needs.
Pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Technical or trade school certificate in furniture repair preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspect products for defects and determine the complexity of repair problems.
Repair furniture, including removing and installing covering, padding, webbing, and springs, and performing glass cutting.
Operate power tools and a sewing machine to repair ornamental trim, braids, and buttons.
Match stain and paint colors to a variety of finishes.
Complete in-home furniture repairs and make decisions and negotiate while in customers’ homes.
Operate the repair van when responsible for doing so.
Track and maintain inventory and document merchandise movement.
Maintain housekeeping and ensure hazardous chemicals are properly labeled and stored according to government standards.

Benefits

Same-day pay with on-demand access to earned pay.
Competitive pay with generous annual increases up to 7%.
Inclusive culture.
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Paid holidays upon hire and paid time off after 90 days.
Staff merchandise discount.
Virtual and in-person career development opportunities at all levels.
Paid community volunteer opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement.
401(k) retirement plan with immediate participation and company match eligibility after one year; Berkshire Stock is available as an investment option.