Cabinetmaker

LANGUAGES  English
EDUCATION   Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
or equivalent experience
EXPERIENCE  5 years or more
ON THE ROAD  Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
WORK SETTING   Custom cabinet shop
Industrial
Millwork shop
Residential
Commercial
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 work pieces, 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
Apply varnish, veneer, stain or polish to finished products
Maintain clean and safe work environment
Supervise other workers
Estimate costs and materials
Repair or restyle wooden furniture, fixtures and related products
AREA OF SPECIALIZATION   Cabinets
Furniture
Furniture and cabinet remodeling
Kitchen cabinets and vanities
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES   Fast-paced environment
Attention to detail
WEIGHT HANDLING   Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
PERSONAL SUITABILITY   Organized
Team player
Punctuality