Furniture assembly jobs in Austin, TX
IKEA wardrobes, standing desks, bookshelves, backyard trampolines — Austinites post flat-pack assembly gigs every week. If you can follow instructions and bring a power drill, assembly gigs are calm, indoor, well-paid hours.
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Assemble a standing desk + office chair
New home office: an electric standing desk and an ergonomic chair to build. Cable management help appreciated. Should be a quick, clean job.
Assemble IKEA wardrobe + 2 bookshelves
Three flat-pack pieces to build: a PAX wardrobe and two BILLY bookcases. Instructions and hardware all included. Tidy up the boxes after, please.
Build a backyard trampoline (2 people ideal)
A 14-ft trampoline with safety net. Instructions included but it fights back — a second set of hands makes it painless. Level ground, tools on hand.
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Assembly in Austin — common questions
How much do assembly jobs pay in Austin?
Typical DayHire listings pay $30 per hour or $50–$95 fixed depending on the piece count — a PAX wardrobe plus two bookcases lists around 4 hours of work.
What should I bring to an assembly gig?
A power drill and basic hand tools cover nearly everything. Hardware and instructions come with the furniture; posters appreciate you breaking down the boxes after.
Do I need professional experience?
No — posters mostly want someone patient who has built flat-pack furniture before. Mention your IKEA wins in your application message.