Andy Perkey
Knoxville
Summary
Dynamic upholsterer skilled in crafting custom upholstery solutions and enhancing furniture durability. Adept in troubleshooting and maintenance, I excel in client relations and streamlining processes to boost efficiency and reduce waste. Committed to quality and safety in every project.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Upholsterer
Self-employeed
10.1990 - Current
- Crafted custom upholstery solutions, enhancing furniture aesthetics and durability.
- Developed comprehensive knowledge of fabrics, materials, and construction techniques for optimal client satisfaction.
- Established strong client relationships through attentive service.
- Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or production goals.
- Trained and mentored junior upholsterers on industry best practices and safety protocols.
- Correctly and safely used variety of hand tools, saws and cutting equipment to carry out job duties.
- Maintained a well-organized work environment, ensuring tools and materials were readily available for each task.
- Disassembled furniture to reupholster fabric.
- Received and processed both written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
- Repaired damaged furniture frames before reupholstering, ensuring structural integrity was maintained in completed projects.
Knife Maker and Grinder
Iron Mountain Metal Works
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Operated a forge and used a press to craft iron into knives.
- Operated grinding machinery to produce precision components.
- Learned safety protocols and equipment handling for optimal workplace safety.
- Assisted in quality checks to ensure adherence to specifications.
- Maintained clean workspace to promote an efficient production environment.
Education
Pre Engineering
Carson Newman College
Jefferson City, TNGED -
Gibbs High School
05-1994
Skills
- Furniture assembly
- Hand and power tool proficiency
- Maintenance and repairs
- Troubleshooting
- Woodworking expertise
- Engine repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Brake systems
- Mechanical systems
- Tire services
- Diagnostics
- Auto and engine repair
- Welding and fabrication
- Belt and hose replacements
- Gasket and seal replacements
- Fluid exchanges
- Fuel systems
- Suspension systems
- Filter replacements
- Grease and lubricant application
Timeline
Knife Maker and Grinder
Iron Mountain Metal Works
01.2025 - 03.2025
Upholsterer
Self-employeed
10.1990 - Current
Pre Engineering
Carson Newman College
GED -
Gibbs High School