Furniture Repair Technician (Trade Show & Events)

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

CORT Tradeshow and Events is hiring immediately for a Furniture Repair Technician in San Diego, CA! 

CORT Events provides furniture rental solutions to trade shows and events including festivals, weddings, corporate events, or even the Superbowl! The Repair/Refinisher is responsible for repairing, restoring, and refinishing furniture and event equipment to meet company quality standards and client expectations. This role ensures inventory remains “show ready,” maintains a clean and organized work area, and supports warehouse operations by minimizing damaged inventory and controlling repair costs. The Repair/Refinisher uses a variety of hand and power tools, applies finishing techniques, and collaborates with warehouse and operations teams to achieve productivity goals and maintain safety.

Pay: $21 / hour 

Schedule: Schedule will vary based on the needs of the business, weekends are required  

Responsibilities

• Furniture Repair & Restoration: Inspect, assess, and repair damaged furniture and event equipment using appropriate techniques and materials to restore items to show quality.
• Surface Preparation & Refinishing: Prepare surfaces for painting, staining, or refinishing; apply finishes and detailing to meet company standards.
• Inventory Tracking & Management: Record and track repairable items, maintain inventory of damaged furniture, and ensure timely return of repaired items to stock circulation.
• Quality Control: Evaluate damaged items, determine best methods for repair, and recommend non-repairable items for removal or replacement.
• Equipment & Supplies Management: Maintain and organize repair equipment, tools, and supplies; ensure efficient and economical use of resources.
• Safety & Compliance: Operate safely, comply with OSHA and company safety regulations, and maintain a safe work environment, including proper use of PPE and adherence to safety protocols.
• Training & Collaboration: Share basic repair knowledge with warehouse team members, assist in training for minor repairs, and communicate effectively with management and other departments.
• General Warehouse Support: Assist with general warehouse duties, including moving, loading, and unloading items, and supporting event logistics as needed.
• Organization & Cleanliness: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe repair area at all times.
• Other Duties as Assign ed: Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as required to support repair shop and warehouse operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 1-3 years of experience with furniture repair/restoration preferred
• General warehouse experience preferred
• Forklift Operator certification preferred; on-the-job certification provided
• Physically able and willing to move furniture; ability to lift 50+ pounds on a regular basis   
• Able to operate equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, and stand-up reach trucks (previous experience is a plus) 
• Must be able to work with chemical-based repair and cleaning products safely and according to OSHA regulations 
• Must pass drug screening (does not include THC) as a condition of employment. CORT also participates in the E-Verify program.