Cabinetmaker

Education

• Registered Apprenticeship certificate
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Custom cabinet shop
• Millwork shop

Tasks

• Operate woodworking machines, such as power saws, jointers, mortisers and shapers, to cut, shape and form parts and components
• 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
• Maintain clean and safe work environment

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Joiner (Cabinetmaker) Trade Certification
• First Aid Certificate
• Cabinetmaker Red Seal Certificate

Area of specialization

• Cabinets
• Built-in units
• Doors and door frames
• Millwork
• Kitchen cabinets and vanities

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Organized
• Team player

Screening questions

• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?

Experience

• 5 years or more

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Durée de l'emploi: Permanent
• Langue de travail: Anglais
• Heures de travail: 40 hours per week