cabinetmaker

Education:

Other trades certificate or diploma.

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.
• Repair or restyle wooden furniture, fixtures and related products.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Manual dexterity.
• Attention to detail.
• Standing for extended periods.

Personal suitability:

• Accurate.
• Organized.
• Punctuality.

Experience:

2 years to less than 3 years.

Support for persons with disabilities:

Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for persons with disabilities .

Support for newcomers and refugees:

Does not require Canadian work experience.

Support for youths:

Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.