Cabinetmaker

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English or French
• Hours: 40 to 55 hours per week
• Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
• Experience: Experience an asset

Work setting

• Custom cabinet shop
• Furniture manufacturing company
• Millwork shop
• Residential
• Commercial

Tasks

• Operate woodworking machines, such as power saws, jointers, mortisers and shapers, to cut, shape and form parts and components
• Prepare specifications of custom-made cabinets that maximize storage
• Shape surfaces or edges of wood workpieces, using hand tools, such as planes, chisels, or wood files.
• Instruct apprentices
• Study plans, specifications or drawings of articles to be made
• Trim joints and fit parts and subassemblies together to form complete unit and reinforce joints
• Sand wooden surfaces and apply veneer, stain or polish to finished products; prepare and apply laminated plastics
• Apply varnish, veneer, stain or polish to finished products
• Maintain clean and safe work environment
• Repair or restyle wooden furniture, fixtures and related products

Area of specialization

• Cabinets
• Built-in units
• Furniture
• Doors and door frames
• Millwork
• Furniture and cabinet remodeling
• Kitchen cabinets and vanities

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Willing to travel
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Organized
• Team player
• Punctuality