Lighthouse Technology Services is partnering with our client to fill their Furniture Services & Logistics Technician position! This is a 3+ month contract opportunity and will be hybrid in Cheektowaga, NY. This role will be a W2 employee of Lighthouse Technology Services.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Assess the condition of furniture and unused goods, refurbish salvageable items, and recommend disposition strategies such as resale, redeployment, or disposal.
- Coordinate logistics for moving, repairing, and relocating furniture; manage inventory levels and maintain records.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to align on movement and management of corporate furniture.
- Evaluate and repair furniture, estimate cost of repairs, and determine resale value.
- Set up displays and provide point-of-sale information for internal and external buyers.
- Conduct retail sales of refurbished goods, including documentation, arranging deliveries, and processing special orders.
- Interact with clients to understand furniture needs and provide informed recommendations.
- Manage relationships with vendors, appraisal companies, liquidators, and wholesale buyers.
- Travel as needed to support corporate-wide furniture disposition projects.
What You'll Need to Have:
- Physical labor experience, must be comfortable lifting and moving heavy items.
- Customer service: ability to interact with employees and external buyers.
- Organized, able maintain detailed inventory and sales records.
- Associate degree and 3+ years’ relevant experience, or 5+ years combined education and experience.
- Knowledge of furniture repair methods, materials, and tools.
- Mechanically inclined with attention to detail and craftsmanship.
- Sales acumen with experience negotiating and closing deals.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a 16–26-foot truck or van.
- Forklift certification (within 30 days of hire).
- Able to travel up to 30% of the time.
Preferred Skills:
- Technical education or certification in woodworking or millwork.
- Formal training in use of hand and power tools.
- Experience with design, drawing, joinery, or carpentry.
- Sales success and experience managing projects independently.
Pay Range: $25-$27/hr
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