Furniture Builder

**ABOUT LCW**:
**POSITION OVERVIEW**:
We are looking for an experienced, energetic, hard-working and reliable Furniture Builder to build existing LakeCity furniture as well as custom, ongoing projects.

Becoming a part of the LakeCity team requires empathy and understanding for individuals living with mental illness, and a natural inclination to interact with our supported employees and program participants with respect and professionalism.

**KEY ATTRIBUTES**:

- Self-directed.
- Committed to safety.
- Ability to plan and prioritize work.
- Team-spirited.
- Previous woodworking experience is required.
- Willing to learn and take initiative.

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- Minimum 2 years woodworking experience required.
- Good motor skills are required - standing for long periods of time, bending, reaching, etc.
- Must be able to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check, provided by LCW.
- Able to read drawings and cut lists is required.
- Basic computer skills are considered an asset.
- Able to work independently and with a team.
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs unaided.
- Able to operate tools and machinery with mínimal supervision.
- Able to produce furniture drawings using Sketch-up is considered an asset.

We are an equal opportunities employer who is committed to creating an environment of belonging for all. We welcome the unique contributions of all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, gender identity and expression, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Dartmouth, NS B3A 1E9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- What are your salary expectations?

**Education**:

- DCS / DEC (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Building: 2 years (required)
- Woodworking: 2 years (required)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Work Location: In person