Overview

Languages

English

Education

- No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

- Non-smoking

Work setting

- Custom cabinet shop
- Millwork shop
- Rural area

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
- Study plans, specifications or drawings of articles to be made
- 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
- Utilize hand and power tools
- Operate forklift
- Inspect plywood panels, veneer sheets, panelboards, shingles and similar wood products for defects
- Assemble prefabricated parts
- Move products using forklift, crane or hydraulic hoist
- Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials
- Load and unload vehicles using forklift or dolly

Credentials





Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization

Type of product

- Wood products
- Power tools
- Plywood
- Particle boards

Application methods

- Automated spray painting

Equipment and machinery experience

- Power cutting tools
- Hand tools
- Forklift

Area of specialization

- Cabinets
- Kitchen cabinets and vanities

Additional information

Security and safety

- Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

- Own transportation
- 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 9 kg (20 lbs)
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

- Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

- Accurate
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Organized
- Team player
- Punctuality
- Reliability

Advantages

Health benefits

- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

- Life insurance

Other benefits

- Free parking available

📌 Cabinetmaker (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Walls Cabinetry Plus
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality