cabinetmaker

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

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..
• 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.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment.
• Estimate costs and materials.
• Repair or restyle wooden furniture, fixtures and related products.

Transportation/travel information:

Public transportation is available.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

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

Personal suitability:

• Accurate.
• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Organized.
• Team player.
• Punctuality.

Experience:

1 year to less than 2 years.

Employment terms options:

• Morning.
• Day.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Health care plan.
• Vision care benefits.

Support for youths:

Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.