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Upholsterer

Personal Services
Clothing and Fabric Workers
Upholsterer

Make, repair, or replace upholstery for household furniture or transportation vehicles.

At a Glance

Upholsterer. Experience: 3 years. Top skills: Upholstery, Sewing, Lifting Ability.

Avg Annual Salary

Not available

Typical Education

Varies

Experience

3 years

Job Postings

N/A

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Upholsterers

Median Wage

$46,190/yr

Growth (2024-34)

-1.8%

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (23)

Upholstery

5.0

Sewing

4.9

Lifting Ability

4.9

Textiles

4.8

Hand Tools

4.7

Furniture Cleaning

4.7

Wax

4.6

Solvent

4.5

Refinishing

4.5

Composite Materials

4.3

Oil and Gas

4.3

Power Tool Operation

4.2

Lean Manufacturing

4.1

Engineering Drawings

4.0

Sealants

3.9

Grinding

3.9

Aircraft Seats

3.8

Aerial Work Platforms

3.7

Lacquer

3.7

Automotive Detailing

3.6

Grinding Machine

3.5

Automation

3.5

Cabinetry

3.4

Common Skills (2)

Quality Control

4.4

Positivity

4.1

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