Professional Upholsterer
Haiku, HI
Professional Upholsterer
Independent Contractor • Haiku, HI
Professional Upholsterer (1099 Contract) - Haiku, Maui, HI
Maui Upholstery Services works with hotels, resorts, and high-end residential clients across Maui. We've built our reputation on quality, and we need a skilled upholsterer who can deliver work that holds up to that standard.
Compensation:
Piece-rate per project. Strong, efficient upholsterers earn $8K to $12K+ per month based on output.
Responsibilities:
- Full reupholstery on residential and commercial furniture
- Frame repair, spring tying, webbing, and foam replacement
- Cushion fabrication, welting, tufting, and pattern matching
- Measuring, cutting, and sewing fabric to spec
- Managing your project pipeline and hitting agreed deadlines
- Maintaining a clean, organized work area
Required:
- Minimum 5 years professional upholstery experience
- Ability to complete projects independently, start to finish
- Own hand tools (shop provides industrial machines and equipment)
- Verifiable references from past clients or employers
- Reliable transportation and consistent communication
Preferred:
- Formal upholstery training or apprenticeship background
- Experience with hospitality, marine, or outdoor upholstery
- Experience in high-end residential markets
What We Offer:
- Steady pipeline of hotel, resort, and high-end residential projects
- Fully equipped shop in Haiku
- Established client base and consistent project flow
Location:
This is an in-person role based in Haiku, Maui. Applicants relocating from outside Hawaii should have a relocation plan in place before applying. We're happy to share guidance on living and working on Maui during the interview process.
To Apply:
Send the following to natasha@mauiupholsteryservices.com:
1. Portfolio photos of 3-5 recent projects (before and after if possible)
2. Two professional references
3. A short paragraph about a project you're proud of and why
Applications without portfolio photos will not be reviewed.
Job Type: 1099 Contract
Location: Haiku, HI (in-person)
Start Date: Aug 2026
Maui Upholstery Services works with hotels, resorts, and high-end residential clients across Maui. We've built our reputation on quality, and we need a skilled upholsterer who can deliver work that holds up to that standard.
Compensation:
Piece-rate per project. Strong, efficient upholsterers earn $8K to $12K+ per month based on output.
Responsibilities:
- Full reupholstery on residential and commercial furniture
- Frame repair, spring tying, webbing, and foam replacement
- Cushion fabrication, welting, tufting, and pattern matching
- Measuring, cutting, and sewing fabric to spec
- Managing your project pipeline and hitting agreed deadlines
- Maintaining a clean, organized work area
Required:
- Minimum 5 years professional upholstery experience
- Ability to complete projects independently, start to finish
- Own hand tools (shop provides industrial machines and equipment)
- Verifiable references from past clients or employers
- Reliable transportation and consistent communication
Preferred:
- Formal upholstery training or apprenticeship background
- Experience with hospitality, marine, or outdoor upholstery
- Experience in high-end residential markets
What We Offer:
- Steady pipeline of hotel, resort, and high-end residential projects
- Fully equipped shop in Haiku
- Established client base and consistent project flow
Location:
This is an in-person role based in Haiku, Maui. Applicants relocating from outside Hawaii should have a relocation plan in place before applying. We're happy to share guidance on living and working on Maui during the interview process.
To Apply:
Send the following to natasha@mauiupholsteryservices.com:
1. Portfolio photos of 3-5 recent projects (before and after if possible)
2. Two professional references
3. A short paragraph about a project you're proud of and why
Applications without portfolio photos will not be reviewed.
Job Type: 1099 Contract
Location: Haiku, HI (in-person)
Start Date: Aug 2026
Compensation: $8,000.00 - $12,000.00 per month
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