Upholstery Assistant

ABOUT COULSON AVIATION

Coulson Aviation is a global aerial firefighting company that operates in Canada, the USA, Australia, and South America.

Coulson Aviation operates with a fleet of large aerial firefighting aircraft consisting of both fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft. With our fleet, we can run rapid aerial fire suppression, including initial attack and extended attack protocols.

Coulson Aviation is a part of the Coulson Group of companies. We are a growing organization that has been in business for 63 years.

Due to our company growth and expanding footprint, we are looking to add to our team and hire an Upholstery Assistant.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

We are looking for an Upholstery Assistant to join our growing team that would like to learn the upholstery trade.

This is a full time, entry level position that will pay $20/hour, plus employer paid benefits.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely use tools related to the upholstery trade to include hammers, scissors, staple guns, basic power tools and cleaning equipment.
• Safely and accurately use an electronic foam cutter to make foam cushions.
• Efficiently perform assigned duties in expected time frames.
• Must follow lead of senior shop personnel and adhere to shop policy, processes, and procedures.
• Frequent standing, bending, crouching, lifting, twisting and grasping.
• Must keep work area neat and uncluttered.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma (preferred).
• Experience in a shop setting.
• Knowledge of general construction and mechanical tools and supplies.
• Ability to develop all skills necessary for the upholstery trade.
• Ability to develop an eye and a feel to upholster with professionalism.
• Employees must be able to lift and/or move 50 pounds at a minimum.

BENEFITS:

• $20/hour.
• Company paid benefits and a 5% matching pension plan.

We support diversity, equity, and a workplace that is free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation through any element of the job application process, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.