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How much do volunteer upholsterer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer upholsterer in the United States is $18.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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There is a steady demand for volunteer upholsterers in community projects, historical restorations, and charitable organizations. Opportunities often require basic upholstery skills and a willingness to work in a team environment, with demand influenced by the availability of restoration and renovation initiatives.

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CredentialsTypically no formal certifications, but may have basic trainingFormal certifications or apprenticeships often required
Work EnvironmentVoluntary settings, community projects, non-profit organizationsCommercial workshops, furniture stores, private clients
Industry UsagePrimarily in charitable or community-based projectsIn furniture manufacturing, repair, and interior design

Volunteer Upholsterers usually work in community or charitable settings without formal certifications, focusing on helping others. Upholsterers are professional tradespeople with specialized training, working in commercial or private sectors. The main difference lies in the level of formal training and the work environment, with volunteer roles emphasizing community service and professional roles focusing on paid craftsmanship.

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Production Trainee - Upholstery

Hooker Furniture

Mount Airy, NC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago


Hooker Furniture rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

30th of 51 rated furniture manufacturers


Job description

Upholstery Production Trainee
The Company:
Shenandoah Furniture is a division of Hooker Furnishings Corporation. Hooker Furnishings, in its 100st year of business, is a designer, marketer and importer of case goods (wooden and metal furniture), leather furniture and fabric-upholstered furniture for the residential, hospitality and contract markets. Shenandoah’s artisans have been crafting high-quality upholstered seating since 1981.
  • We have a family-focused culture.
  • We are committed to giving back to our community.
  • We believe in our product and craft each piece of furniture with pride and care
The Position:
We are looking for a dependable individual with a great attention to detail to join our upholstery team as an Upholstery Production Trainee in our Mount Airy, North Carolina location.
This individual will:
  • Push furniture frames to the workstation and lift them onto the tabletop.
  • Perform repetitive tasks such as bending, lifting, twisting, kneeling, and reaching for extended periods of time.
  • Stand and walk for 100% of the shift while handling materials and tools.
  • Apply poly material and fabric covers using glue, hands, and a staple gun.
  • Use staple guns to attach fabric, requiring repetitive pushing and pulling motions.
  • Lift and lower frames weighing up to 100 pounds between floor and waist height up to 15 times per shift, using a buddy lift system or hydraulic table lift.
  • Ensure the quality of upholstery work while maintaining physical stamina to complete tasks.
Candidates that will be a great fit will:
  • Have previous carpentry or construction experience. This is a plus, but not required.
  • Be a hard, patient worker that wants a long-term career where they can earn more money as they increase in skills.
  • Physically able to stand for up to 8-9 hours per day
  • Ability to lift furniture on and off lift table.
  • Have strong hand eye coordination to apply fabric to frames.
  • Have good attention to detail and desire to produce not just quantity, but high-quality products.
  • Be goal orientated, self-motivated, and can thrive in a fast-paced production environment.
Why should you apply?
  • Competitive compensation plans.
  • 8 paid holidays (Plus an additional 2 floating holidays).
  • Paid sick and vacation time.
  • The ability to be a part of a Multinational, global organization with 14 locations in the US and offices in Vietnam and China.
  • Career development focus including training opportunities and leadership development programs.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
  • Emphasis on charitable giving and volunteering in our communities.
  • Focus on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance).
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans including a generous employer health saving account (HSA) contribution each plan year.
  • Matching 401k employer contributions.
  • The opportunity to “earn while you learn” We do not offer jobs; we offer careers and the chance to learn a trade while advancing your skills
  • A company dedicated to fostering a welcoming and supportive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected.
Shift: Monday to Friday 6:30 am - 4pm pm and Fridays 6:30 am - 10:30 am
Pay: Depending on experience. Candidates will graduate to incentive pay upon completion of training which opens the door for a much greater earning potential.

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