Journeyman/woman Cabinetmaker in British Columbia

Work site environment

• Non-smoking

Work setting

• Custom cabinet shop
• Furniture manufacturing company
• Millwork shop
• Commercial

Responsibilities

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
• Maintain clean and safe work environment
• Repair or restyle wooden furniture, fixtures and related products
• Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines
• Computer-aided design (CAD)
• Program CNC machine tools

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Cabinetmaker Trade Certification
• Joiner (Cabinetmaker) Trade Certification

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• AutoCAD

Area of specialization

• Cabinets
• Furniture
• Millwork
• Kitchen cabinets and vanities

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver’s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Punctuality

Benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)