Four Hands

Designer and wholesaler of furniture

Furniture Repair Technician

General Maintenance & RepairPosted on Nov 11

Full-timeBuda, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
At least 2 years of experience in furniture repair, touch-up, refinishing, or restoration is required.
Demonstrated wood touch-up skills, including filling, color matching, grain work, and spot finishing, are required.
Experience repairing or refinishing at least one additional material, such as metal, stone, or leather, or willingness to learn, is required.
The candidate must have strong attention to detail and an eye for color, sheen, and finish consistency.
The candidate must be able 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 are required.
The candidate must be able to lift up to 50 pounds independently and move up to 225 pounds with assistance.
The candidate must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, push, and reach for up to 8 hours per day.
The candidate must be willing to work overtime as needed.
Steel-toed boots or shoes are required during work hours.

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.

Desired Qualifications

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

Join one of the fastest growing, most dynamic companies in the furniture industry. For over 25 years, Four Hands has been a leading designer and wholesaler of furniture and décor, helping people create spaces that feel like home.

Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies and named one of Austin’s Top Workplaces year after year. We invest in exceptional people — with a team of over 800 and growing — fostering our employees’ careers and celebrating them at every step of the way. Four Hands is where passion meets purpose and where your next chapter begins.

Furniture Repair Technician

Four Hands is looking for a Furniture Repair Technician to repair and restore furniture, perform cosmetic touch-ups, and prepare product for photography and showroom display. The ideal candidate has hands-on repair experience, a strong eye for detail, and familiarity with furniture finishing techniques. Training on Mohawk Finishing Products will be provided.

In This Role

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
Other duties as assigned, in accordance with training and qualifications
Uphold the Core Values and be a valuable member of the Four Hands Team
Be open and honest
Reach for excellence
Act with responsibility
Value the whole person
Enjoy the journey

The Ideal Person

High school diploma or GED required
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 required during work hours

Preferred Qualifications

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

About Four Hands

Headquartered in Austin, Texas, since 1996, Four Hands crafts furniture, art and décor — pieces that are all about creating space. Timeless, thoughtful designs with endless possibilities. Pieces meant to be experienced and form a whole that feels like home.

Our trade customers range from interior designers to large retailers who rely on our expertise to grow and guide their business to success. We treat our partners as part of the Four Hands family, championing them and rooting for their every win.

And, we are constantly pursuing better — from sourcing the finest materials and finishes to seeking fresh inspiration to elevate our designs — we are never settled, never done.

Four Hands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Four Hands recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Visit www.FourHands.com for more information.

About the Company

Four Hands

Designer and wholesaler of furniture

Four Hands designs and wholesales a wide range of furniture and décor to furniture retailers, interior designers, and other trade customers. Its offerings include living and dining furniture, art, outdoor items, and accessories, accessible to trade customers 24/7 through an online catalog of about 6,000 design-forward products. The company develops its own pieces through trend spotting, material selection, and innovative design techniques from its studios and international offices. It differentiates itself through its global manufacturing footprint, long history since 1996, consistent trade-focused service, and recognition in the industry, enabling it to support large chains as well as independent stores and designers. The overarching goal is to help people create spaces that feel like home, by expanding its product assortment and providing dependable, design-driven options to retailers and designers worldwide.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Austin, TX
Founded: 1996

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