ELIM Upholstery & Supply Corp. is looking for an experienced Upholsterer / Trim Technician to join our team.
We specialize primarily in automotive upholstery and custom interiors, but our work also includes marine and furniture upholstery. We are looking for a skilled upholsterer with strong hands-on experience who can confidently complete projects from start to finish.
Position Details
Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, or Contract / Project-Based
Pay: $25.00–$45.00 per hour, based on experience, skill, speed, and quality
Work Location: In person
About the Role
The successful candidate will be able to independently handle upholstery projects with minimal supervision. You should be comfortable working with different materials, patterns, foam, sewing, fabrication, and installation.
Our primary focus is automotive upholstery, so strong automotive experience is required. Candidates must also have hands-on experience with marine and furniture upholstery.
Responsibilities
- Complete upholstery projects from start to finish
- Remove, measure, pattern, cut, sew, fabricate, and install upholstery
- Work on automotive seats, door panels, consoles, headliners, and custom interiors
- Perform custom automotive upholstery and restoration
- Complete marine upholstery projects, including boat seats, covers, tarps, and bimini tops
- Reupholster and restore furniture such as sofas, chairs, and custom pieces
- Perform foam shaping, seat rebuilding, and structural repairs
- Operate industrial sewing machines and other upholstery equipment
- Work with vinyl, leather, fabric, foam, and other upholstery materials
- Maintain high-quality workmanship while completing projects efficiently
- Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe
Qualifications
- Minimum 3+ years of hands-on upholstery experience
- Strong automotive upholstery experience is required
- Hands-on marine upholstery experience is required
- Hands-on furniture upholstery experience is required
- Strong cutting, sewing, pattern-making, and fabrication skills
- Experience with foam shaping and seat rebuilding
- Experience operating industrial sewing machines
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship
- Good problem-solving and fabrication skills
- Reliable, honest, self-motivated, and hardworking
- Ability to work efficiently while maintaining quality
What We Offer
- $25–$45 per hour, based on experience and ability
- Full-time, part-time, or contract/project-based options
- Opportunity to work on a variety of automotive, marine, and furniture upholstery projects
- Professional, quality-focused workshop environment
- Opportunity for increased compensation based on performance, skill, and productivity
- Opportunity to take ownership of complete projects
IMPORTANT — SHOW US YOUR WORK
Photos of your previous upholstery work are required when applying.
We want to see actual projects you have personally completed, especially:
- Automotive upholstery
- Marine upholstery
- Furniture upholstery
- Custom sewing and fabrication
- Foam work and seat rebuilding
Please include several clear photos showing the quality and details of your finished work. A portfolio is strongly preferred.
We are looking for a proven, hands-on upholsterer who can produce high-quality work independently, not someone who requires extensive training.
How to Apply
Please apply through Indeed with:
- Your updated resume
- A brief summary of your upholstery experience
- Your experience in automotive, marine, and furniture upholstery
- Photos or a portfolio of your previous work
Only candidates who meet the experience requirements and provide examples of their work will be considered.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada. We do not provide sponsorship.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Pay: $25.00-$45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
