Cabinetmaker

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
- or equivalent experience
**Work setting**:

- Custom cabinet shop
**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.
- 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
- Maintain clean and safe work environment
- Estimate costs and materials
- Repair or restyle wooden furniture, fixtures and related products
**Area of specialization**:

- Cabinets
- Built-in units
- Millwork
**Work conditions and physical capabilities**:

- Fast-paced environment
- Manual dexterity
- Attention to detail
- Standing for extended periods
**Weight handling**:

- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
**Own tools/equipment**:

- Tools
**Personal suitability**:

- Organized
- Team player
**Screening questions**:

- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 40 hours per week