Cabinetmaker

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work site environment

• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Furniture manufacturing company
• Millwork shop
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Cabinetmaker Trade Certification
• Joiner (Cabinetmaker) Trade Certification

Area of specialization

• Cabinets
• Built-in units
• Furniture
• Millwork

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Weight handling

• More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Punctuality

Screening questions

• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

Employment terms options

• Day

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)