Upholsterer

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

44d•$20 - $22

About The Position

Upholstery Operations and Work Order Management Disassembles, repairs, and re-upholsters commercial and residential furniture including but not limited to chairs, sofas, and couches; performs sewing, cushion filling, and stapling during re-upholster process; reupholsters vehicle seats and replaces headliners Conduct thorough quality checks to ensure that finished items meet standards of appearance, comfort, and safety Measure, cut, and sew fabric, leather, or other materials to create custom upholstery designs Replace worn-out materials, including padding, springs, and fabric, to restore furniture to its original or improved condition Apply various techniques such as buttoning and pleating to enhance the appearance and functionality of furniture Input and process work order requests utilizing web-based work order management system Perform general carpentry or maintenance for residence hall facilities as directed Perform general carpentry tasks using power and hand tools (e.g. table saws, planers operate jointers, drill press, router, and shaping tools) to construct or assemble furniture parts, laminate and finish file cabinets and countertops, install cabinets and associated components, as well as fabricate and install multiple forms of millwork products Assist with cutting, assembling, laminating, covering, delivering, and installing cabinetry and related items such as kitchen cabinets, bathroom cabinets, desks, and wardrobes Responsible for collecting field measurement necessary to design cabinetry Repairs and maintains current furniture such as striping, refinishing and applying stains of furniture Read and interpret blueprints/schematic drawings and specifications Reference maintenance manuals for task completion Use issued air purifying respirator; abide by the UF EH&S Respiratory Protection Program Assist in maintaining inventory of materials, supplies, tools and/or equipment throughout area of responsibility; ensure organized workstations and storage closets with necessary materials as directed Perform general cleaning duties after the completion of maintenance tasks within buildings or properties Perform other duties as assigned, including special tasks or projects Operates state vehicles

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and three years of relevant experience
Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience

Nice To Haves

General experience or working knowledge of operating a sewing machine and upholstery related tools
Working knowledge of assembly techniques
General experience with carpentry
Experience with woodworking, including applying stain and paint finishes
Proficiency with sewing and the ability to handle various fabrics and materials
Demonstrated proficiency with computers and basic software applications (e.g. work order management systems)
Demonstrated communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to communicate with various levels of staff
Demonstrated attention to detail, professionalism, dependability, and timeliness
Demonstrated customer service and interpersonal skills
Ability to interpret project specifications accurately and understand schematics or blueprint drawings
Ability to remain discreet and respect the privacy of residents, tenants, and/or guests.
Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a multifaceted environment

Responsibilities

Disassembles, repairs, and re-upholsters commercial and residential furniture including but not limited to chairs, sofas, and couches
Performs sewing, cushion filling, and stapling during re-upholster process
Reupholsters vehicle seats and replaces headliners
Conduct thorough quality checks to ensure that finished items meet standards of appearance, comfort, and safety
Measure, cut, and sew fabric, leather, or other materials to create custom upholstery designs
Replace worn-out materials, including padding, springs, and fabric, to restore furniture to its original or improved condition
Apply various techniques such as buttoning and pleating to enhance the appearance and functionality of furniture
Input and process work order requests utilizing web-based work order management system
Perform general carpentry tasks using power and hand tools
Assist with cutting, assembling, laminating, covering, delivering, and installing cabinetry and related items
Responsible for collecting field measurement necessary to design cabinetry
Repairs and maintains current furniture such as striping, refinishing and applying stains of furniture
Read and interpret blueprints/schematic drawings and specifications
Reference maintenance manuals for task completion
Use issued air purifying respirator; abide by the UF EH&S Respiratory Protection Program
Assist in maintaining inventory of materials, supplies, tools and/or equipment throughout area of responsibility
Perform general cleaning duties after the completion of maintenance tasks within buildings or properties
Operates state vehicles
Perform other duties as assigned, including special tasks or projects