Cabinetmaker

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

Employment terms options

• Day

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English or French
• Hours: 40 hours per week