Installation Assistant

Job description

**Installation Assistant**

**Company Profile**

G&S Woodworking is a dynamic and quality-oriented commercial millwork and residential cabinetry company based in London Ontario. With over 40 years of experience, G&S Woodworking is an industry leader in the design, construction and installation of high end cabinetry and millwork products. Due to the continued growth in our business, we require a skilled and motivated Installation Assistant to join our team.

At G&S Woodworking, we believe our success is based on our people. We value and recognize the unique skills and talents of all our employees and are dedicated to providing a positive working environment where employees can build rewarding careers. As an Installation Assistant you will have the opportunity to join our thriving company and contribute to our continued success.

**Duties and Responsibilities**

The Installation Assistant works alongside Cabinet Installers to assemble and install a variety of commercial and residential cabinetry and millwork products. The position ensures cabinetry is installed properly, in adherence to project requirements while maintaining quality control of all materials used. The Installation Assistant works with a variety of individuals, including customers, contractors, project managers, and cabinet makers to ensure the successful installation of all cabinetry.

The job duties and responsibilities of the position will also include, but not be limited to:

- Cleaning and preparing job sites and removing any items that need to be replaced.
- Loading and unloading supplies, tools and equipment.
- Reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, specifications, instructions, etc. to determine work activities.
- Reviewing projects with project supervisor prior to installation.
- Reviewing completed projects with customers for approval and final payment as necessary.
- Measuring, marking and recording openings and distances of areas where installation is to occur.
- Operating a variety of hand and power tools.
- Erecting scaffolding and other work platforms as required.
- Reporting deficiencies immediately to the project supervisor.
- Following all contractors’ site rules and directions.
- Taking inventory and cleaning work vehicles on a weekly basis.
- Other related duties as assigned.

**Requirements/Qualifications**

The successful applicant will have the following:
**Experience**
- Some experience in the millwork/woodworking industry.

**Education/Licenses/Certificates**
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent required.
- Valid driver’s license required.

**Knowledge**
- Working knowledge of the carpentry/construction industry, including processes, procedures, equipment, tools and machinery.
- Knowledge of health and safety and safe lifting and material handling procedures.
- Knowledge of the safe operation of basic hand and power tools.
- Strong customer service skills with a commitment to customer satisfaction.

**Skills**
- Effective time management and organizational skills.
- Extremely detail oriented with a high level of accuracy.

**Abilities**
- Ability to read blueprints and building specifications.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment with changing priorities.

**Working Conditions**
- Manual dexterity to use related equipment, tools and machinery.
- Must be able to stand, bend, twist and walk for extended periods.
- Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Overtime and travel may be required.

**Compensation and Benefits**
- Full-time, permanent position (Monday to Friday, 44 hours per week).
- Employee Incentive Program.
- Group Insurance and Benefits.
- Group RRSP.
- Career growth opportunities available.
- G&S Woodworking is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, G&S Woodworking will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process._

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location