Delivery Driver & Upholstery Shop Assistant

Build a Career with Ace Upholstery

For over 50 years, Ace Upholstery has built a reputation for quality craftsmanship, exceptional customer service, and attention to detail. We specialize in custom upholstery and furniture restoration for residential, commercial, and institutional clients.

We are looking for a dependable, hardworking individual to join our team as a Delivery Driver & Upholstery Shop Assistant. This is a hands-on position that combines furniture delivery, shop support, and the opportunity to learn the upholstery trade.

No upholstery experience is required. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn. We are committed to training the right person and providing opportunities to grow into more advanced upholstery responsibilities.

At Ace Upholstery, every member of our team helps maintain a clean, organized, and safe workplace. Taking pride in our shop is just as important as taking pride in our craftsmanship.

Responsibilities

Furniture Delivery & Customer Service

· Safely load, secure, transport, and deliver furniture to customers throughout the Halifax Regional Municipality and surrounding areas.

· Pick up customer furniture and transport it back to our shop.

· Carefully move furniture throughout the shop using proper lifting techniques and equipment.

· Inspect furniture before loading and unloading.

· Represent Ace Upholstery professionally and courteously while interacting with customers.

· Assist with supplier pickups and deliveries as required.

Upholstery Shop Support

· Strip furniture in preparation for upholstery.

· Cut and prepare foam, batting, and upholstery materials.

· Assist upholsterers with basic upholstery tasks.

· Organize tools, materials, and inventory.

· Receive and put away incoming supplies.

· Assist with general production and shop projects as needed.

Shop Maintenance

· Sweep and vacuum shop floors.

· Empty garbage and recycling bins.

· Clean washrooms, lunchroom, and common areas.

· Keep workstations clean, organized, and free of hazards.

· Help maintain a clean, safe, and efficient workplace.

· Perform general housekeeping and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

· Valid Class 5 driver’s license.

· Clean driving record and ability to provide a current driver’s abstract.

· Legally entitled to work in Canada.

· Physically capable of lifting and moving furniture safely.

· Reliable, punctual, and dependable.

· Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

· Strong work ethic with attention to detail.

· Good communication and customer service skills.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications (Assets)

· Experience driving cargo vans or cube trucks.

· Experience in furniture moving, delivery, warehousing, construction, woodworking, upholstery, or another skilled trade.

· First Aid, WHMIS, forklift certification, or similar training.

What We Offer

· Full-time, permanent employment.

· Comprehensive on-the-job training.

· The opportunity to learn a skilled trade from experienced upholsterers.

· A supportive and respectful team environment.

· Opportunities for advancement and skill development.

· A company that values craftsmanship, teamwork, reliability, and pride in quality work.

How to Apply

Please submit:

· Your resume.

· A copy of your valid driver’s license.

· A current driver’s abstract (issued within the last 30 days).

· Copies of any relevant certifications (First Aid, WHMIS, etc.).

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
  • On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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