cabinetmaker

Education:

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. or equivalent experience.

Work setting:

Furniture manufacturing company. Industrial.

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.
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems.
• 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.
• Supervise other workers.
• Repair or restyle wooden furniture, fixtures and related products.
• Administer first aid in emergency situations.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

• Occupational Health and Safety Certificate.
• First Aid Certificate.

Area of specialization:

• Cabinets.
• Furniture.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Attention to detail.

Own tools/equipment:

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

Personal suitability:

• Accurate.
• Organized.
• Team player.

Experience:

5 years or more.

Employment terms options:

Day.

Financial benefits:

Bonus.

Other benefits:

Free parking available.