Warehouse Furniture Repairer

Nebraska Furniture Mart • Kansas City, KS

8d • $19 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

NFM's Furniture Repairer is responsible for repairing, touching up and rebuilding all furniture products. Generally working with complex repairs ensuring that the product is looking top-notch and in sellable condition for our customers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred
• Technical or Trade school certificate in Furniture repair (Preferred)
• 3-5 years of Furniture repair experience
• 1-2 years of customer service experience
• 1-2 years of furniture, flooring, and/or appliance, electronics products experience
• Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record required for staff who drive a service van
• Ability to lift/push/pull required weights
• Ability to work night, weekend and/or early morning hours based on business needs
• Pre-employment screening includes, but isn’t limited to, criminal background check

Nice To Haves

• Technical or Trade school certificate in Furniture repair

Responsibilities

• Inspect product for defects and determine the complexity of the problem.
• Repair furniture by removing and installing covering, padding, webbing and springs, and performing glass cutting.
• Operate various power tools, including a sewing machine, to assist in repairs of ornamental trim, braids, and buttons.
• Match colors of stain and paint to a variety of finishes.
• Perform in-home furniture repairs, making decisions on how to handle and negotiate while in customer’s homes.
• Operate the repair van.
• Track and maintain inventory and document movement of merchandise.
• Maintain housekeeping and ensure all hazardous chemicals are properly labeled and stored according to government standards.

Benefits

• Same day pay - access to your earned pay on-demand, when you need it the most
• Competitive pay - generous annual increases up to 7%
• Inclusive culture
• Health, dental, vision, life Insurance, short and long term disability
• Paid holidays (upon hire)
• Paid time off (after 90 days)
• Staff discount on merchandise
• Virtual and in-person career development opportunities at all levels
• Paid community volunteer opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Company match for 401(k) after one year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED