cabinetmaker

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. or equivalent experience.

Work setting:

Custom cabinet shop.

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.
• 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.

Area of specialization:

• Cabinets.
• Furniture.
• Millwork.
• Kitchen cabinets and vanities.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Manual dexterity.
• Attention to detail.
• Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Experience:

2 years to less than 3 years.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Health care plan.