G. Michael’s Restoration Expands Its Furniture Restoration Team in Fort Collins
G. Michael’s Restoration, a professional furniture repair and antique furniture restoration studio in Fort Collins, Colorado, is expanding its team.
As demand continues to grow for high-quality furniture restoration, wood furniture repair, antique restoration, veneer repair, refinishing, color matching, structural repair, and heirloom furniture preservation across Northern Colorado and the Denver metro area, our shop is looking for new restoration technicians and apprentices to join the team.
This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, woodworking, problem solving, furniture repair, and detailed craftsmanship. Previous professional restoration experience is helpful, but not required. We are open to training the right person if they have the right mindset, patience, work ethic, and willingness to learn.
About G. Michael’s Restoration
G. Michael’s Restoration is a Fort Collins furniture restoration company specializing in the repair, refinishing, and preservation of antique, vintage, heirloom, and damaged wood furniture. Our team works on projects that require careful surface preparation, structural repairs, finish restoration, color matching, veneer repair, and detailed craftsmanship.
We do not simply “refinish” furniture. Our goal is to preserve the beauty, function, history, and character of every piece we work on.
The Role
We are hiring a furniture restoration technician or apprentice to assist with hands-on restoration work in our Fort Collins shop.
The position may include:
- Preparing furniture surfaces for restoration and refinishing
- Assisting with chemical stripping and finish removal
- Working with delicate veneers and solid wood furniture
- Helping with structural furniture repairs
- Disassembling and re-gluing loose or damaged joints
- Learning color matching, staining, toning, and finishing techniques
- Using professional power tools and hand tools safely and correctly
- Supporting restoration projects from intake to final detailing
Skills and Experience
Professional furniture restoration experience is a plus, but it is not required.
We are interested in applicants who have experience with, or a strong desire to learn:
- Power tools and hand tools
- Woodworking basics
- Furniture repair
- Sanding and surface preparation
- Refinishing and finishing techniques
- Careful detail work
- Shop safety
- Problem solving with wood furniture and antique pieces
A background in woodworking, cabinetry, carpentry, finishing, art, sculpture, construction, or hands-on trade work may be helpful.
Mindset Matters Most
The most important requirement is the right mindset.
We are looking for someone who is open-minded, patient, responsible, and willing to learn from experienced restoration professionals. This trade requires attention to detail, humility, constructive feedback, and pride in work that is often invisible when done correctly.
The right candidate should be able to accept feedback, improve continuously, and understand that furniture restoration is a skilled craft developed through practice, mentorship, and respect for the process.
What You Will Learn
Team members at G. Michael’s Restoration have the opportunity to learn professional restoration techniques, including:
- Furniture stripping and wood preparation
- Identifying wood species and historical finishes
- Understanding finish chemistry and solvents
- Veneer repair and replacement
- Structural furniture repair
- Color matching and touch-up techniques
- Grain painting, burn-in repairs, and finish blending
- Traditional and modern finishing systems
- Production efficiency in a professional restoration shop
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation starts at $20–$24 per hour, based on skill level and experience, with performance bonus opportunities.
For permanent employees, G. Michael’s Restoration offers long-term benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan with Safe Harbor matching. As your skills grow, your pay can grow as well.
How to Apply
To apply, please send your resume and, if available, photos of woodworking, furniture repair, refinishing, restoration, or hands-on projects you have completed.
Email: shop@gmrestores.com
G. Michael’s Restoration
113 Hickory Street
Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
Located in the historic city of Fort Collins, Colorado. G. Michael’s is an esteemed furniture repair and antique furniture restoration wood shop.
