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National Compensation Survey - Wages

E658 FURNITURE AND WOOD FINISHERS

Major Occupational Groups: A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | K
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MOG E—Precision Production, Craft, And Repair Occupations
Precision Woodworking Occupations
E658 FURNITURE AND WOOD FINISHERS
Exclude Helpers (H874).
Finish new high-grade furniture to specified color or finish utilizing knowledge of wood properties and furniture styling. May be designated according to article finished such as Chair Finisher; Piano Finisher; Television-cabinet Finisher. May stain and finish surfaces of new furniture pieces to simulate antiques by bringing out highlights and shadings by rubbing surfaces with abrasives or cloth, and be designated, Antiquer. May also refinish damaged, worn, or used furniture. May be designated according to finishing process as Finisher, Coater, Grainer, Polisher, etc.

Last modified: October 16, 2001