How to hire a refinisher

How to hire a refinisher, step by step

Here's a step-by-step refinisher hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a refinisher job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new refinisher
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The refinisher hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   Hiring the perfect refinisher also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   Here's a comparison of refinisher salaries for various roles:

   Type of Refinisher	Description	Hourly rate
   Refinisher	Woodworkers manufacture a variety of products such as cabinets and furniture, using wood, veneers, and laminates. They often combine and incorporate different materials into wood.	$10-26

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Customer Service
   • Coats
   • Antique Furniture
   • Commercial Buildings
   • Counter Tops
   • Pianos

   Responsibilities:

   • Scout out free or inexpensive furniture - refinish it and market it for resale on Craigslist and via personally design flyers.
   • Smooth, shape, and touch up surfaces to prepare them for finishing, using sandpaper, sanders, or grinders.
   • Scout out free or inexpensive furniture - refinish it and market it for resale on Craigslist and via personally design flyers.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your refinisher job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A refinisher can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, refinishers' average salary in mississippi is 35% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level refinishers 60% less than senior-level refinishers.
   • Certifications. A refinisher with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a refinisher's salary.

   Average refinisher salary

   $35,098yearly

   $16.87 hourly rate

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   Entry-level refinisher salary

   $22,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 27, 2026

4. Writing a refinisher job description

   A good refinisher job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a refinisher job description:

   Refinisher job description example

   Metal Refinisher –247 –Atlanta, GA

   $20.00-$25.00

   $1,000 Sign on Bonus

   EXPERIENCE NEEDED

   Come and Find the Fun with MASS.

   Are you looking for a place you can make a difference, have advancement opportunity, be recognized and appreciated for your efforts, with a fun, family atmosphere, a real place you call home?

   
   

   We are looking for a motivated individual that likes to work in a fun and positive environment, desires advancement opportunities and recognition for their skills while understanding the value of quality workmanship to join our operations team in the Atlanta area to fill the Metal Refinishers position.

   
   

   This position has a pay range between $20.00 to $25.00 per hour with additional income opportunities and a $1,000.00 sign on bonus.

   Benefits:

   • Paid Training
   • Advancement Programs
   • Paid Vacation
   • Paid Holidays
   • Health Insurance
   • Dental Insurance
   • Vision Insurance
   • Life Insurance
   • 401K
   • 401K Match
   • Bonus Programs
   • Recognition Programs
   • Service Awards
   • Per Diem Allowance
   • Transportation to/from Job Sites
   • Equipment Supplied

   Preferred Skills:

   • Spraying of any type, Painter
   • Working with power tools
   • Experience in physical labor jobs
   • Any trades or skilled labor a plus

   
   

   Desired Experience : High school diploma or equivalent experience. Comfortable in confined spaces, working with power tools, and high level of attention to detail/cleanliness.

   Required: Ability to work a night shift with a flex in schedule for occasional days or weekends, some travel, have a current and valid driver's license and must be 18 years of age.

   
   

   Mid America Specialty Services (MASS) is a national restoration company that specializes in surface refinishing of metal, wood, stone & glass surfaces in commercial buildings. We are a leader in our industry and have been in business since 1985. We have a strong entrepreneurial culture that values hard work while also finding the fun in all that we do. We are a team of life-long learners putting a strong emphasis on the power of knowledge. We thrive to continue to provide superior service and solutions to our customers while creating a sustainable future for all employees.

   
   

   MASS is a Federal Contractor and is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

   
   

   For more information about our company, visit our website: www.massus.com

   
   

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5. Post your job

   To find the right refinisher for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with refinishers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit refinishers who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your refinisher job on Zippia to find and recruit refinisher candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit refinishers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new refinisher

   Once you have selected a candidate for the refinisher position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new refinisher first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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