Upholsterers
Make, repair, or replace upholstery for household furniture or transportation vehicles.
Education & Training
Percentage of workers at each education and training level
Education Level
Prior Experience Needed
Work experience required to enter this job
Training Provided After Hiring
How long it typically takes to learn on the job
How AI Impacts Each Task
22 tasks analyzed
Fit, install, and secure material on frames, using hand tools, power tools, glue, cement, or staples.
Measure and cut new covering materials, using patterns and measuring and cutting instruments, following sketches and design specifications.
Build furniture up with loose fiber stuffing, cotton, felt, or foam padding to form smooth, rounded surfaces.
Make, restore, or create custom upholstered furniture, using hand tools and knowledge of fabrics and upholstery methods.
Read work orders, and apply knowledge and experience with materials to determine types and amounts of materials required to cover workpieces.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fit, install, and secure material on frames, using hand tools, power tools, glue, cement, or staples. | - | - | - |
| Measure and cut new covering materials, using patterns and measuring and cutting instruments, following sketches and design specifications. | - | - | - |
| Build furniture up with loose fiber stuffing, cotton, felt, or foam padding to form smooth, rounded surfaces. | - | - | - |
| Make, restore, or create custom upholstered furniture, using hand tools and knowledge of fabrics and upholstery methods. | - | - | - |
| Read work orders, and apply knowledge and experience with materials to determine types and amounts of materials required to cover workpieces. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$46,190
per year
Mean Wage
$46,960
per year
Employment
21K
workers
Wage Range
$32,190 - $63,600
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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