Finish Patcher
Repair defects in finish of furniture. Also known as Finish Cleaner, Finish Repairer, Finish Repair Worker, Finish Specialist See More
Repairs defects, such as holes, cracks, and scratches, in finish of furniture or furniture stock: Examines each defective article to determine method of repair. Fills holes and cracks with shellac or wax, using heated blade to melt and spread wax and shellac. Removes varnish and smooths cracks and scratches with sandpaper. Applies stain to match furniture surface and varnish to protect surface, using brush or spray gun. Smooths and shapes repaired surface with sandpaper, pumice stone, steel wool, or chisel. Nails, screws, or glues broken or split parts together. Rubs glossy spots with pumice stone and oil, and polishes dull spots with wax to match surrounding finish. Dabs moistened cloth to and presses heated blade against dents and scratches to draw indentations to surface. May chisel out defective sections and replace them with patch matching color and grain.
Personality Traits
Independent: You enjoy flying solo and doing things your own way.
Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.
Calm Under Pressure: You keep your cool when dealing with highly stressful situations.
Salary and Education
Nationally: $19,000 – $42,000
Main education level: High School
source: US Dept of Labor
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