Workroom Assistant

Behind the DesignPort Chester, NY
$52,000 - $55,000Onsite

About The Position

We are a high-end custom window treatment and upholstery workroom looking for a motivated, hands-on Workroom Assistant to learn the trade from the ground up. This is a real opportunity to grow into a skilled craftsperson and installer. You will start by learning the fundamentals of upholstery and drapery fabrication, then expand into installations at luxury residential properties. No two days look exactly the same, and we want someone hungry to absorb everything this role has to offer.

Requirements

  • Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle (required; driving is part of the daily routine)
  • Comfortable with power tools and fabrication equipment, or eagerness to learn
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and stay on task without constant supervision

Nice To Haves

  • Prior experience in upholstery, carpentry, construction, or a workroom setting is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with upholstery and drapery fabrication
  • Operate fabrication equipment including table saws and other woodworking tools
  • Bag, label, and organize finished work
  • Receive and sort incoming packages
  • Check and maintain inventory to ensure all materials are ready for the day's projects
  • Assist with residential installations as needed at high-end client homes
  • Hang window treatments and other fixtures using a ladder
  • Move furniture, load and unload vehicles, and handle heavy items (60 lbs and up)
  • Drive to job sites and run errands, including supply runs to vendors and stores
  • Assist with day-to-day coordination and basic office tasks
  • Communicate with clients and designers professionally

Benefits

  • PTO
  • 401k with company match
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Comprehensive training
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