automotive upholsterer

Work site environment

• Dusty

Work setting

• In shop

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Lay out, cut, fabricate and install upholstery
• Operate sewing machines or sew by hand

Experience and specialization

Type of materials

• Leather

Specialization or experience

• Automotive interior
• Marine cabin interiors and other furnishings

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance