furniture cabinetmaker

Government of Canada; Montreal; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a Cabinetmaker in Montreal. The role involves operating woodworking machines, preparing custom cabinet specifications, and ensuring a clean workspace. Candidates must have Cabinetmaker Trade Certification and 3-5 years of relevant experience. This is a full-time role that requires on-site work with no remote options.

Benefits

Security and safety assessments

Qualifications

• Completion of a college, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 to 2 years.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate woodworking machines to cut, shape and form parts.
• Prepare specifications of custom-made cabinets.
• Shape surfaces or edges of wood workpieces using hand tools.
• Trim joints and fit parts together.
• Sand wooden surfaces and apply finish.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Organization

Punctuality

Team player

Education

Cabinetmaker Trade Certification

Joiner (Cabinetmaker) Trade Certification

Tools

Woodworking machines

Hand tools (planes, chisels)

Steel-toed safety boots

Safety glasses/goggles

Job description

Overview

Languages: English or French

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

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

Work setting

• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Willing to relocate
• Residential

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• Estimate costs and materials
• Repair or restyle wooden furniture, fixtures and related products

Qualifications

• Cabinetmaker Trade Certification
• Joiner (Cabinetmaker) Trade Certification

Experience and specialization

• Cabinets
• Built-in units
• Window sashes
• Doors and door frames
• Millwork
• Furniture and cabinet remodeling
• Kitchen cabinets and vanities

Benefits

• Security and safety
  • Driving record check (abstract)
  • Criminal record check

• Transportation/travel information
  • Own transportation
  • Own vehicle
  • Willing to travel
  • 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