Heritage Cabinetmaker & Woodcarver

House of Commons of Canada Chambre des communes du Canada; Ottawa; Sur place; CAD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Training and development opportunities

Work-life balance /35-hour workweek

4 weeks’ vacation (minimum)

Résumé du poste

The House of Commons Administration is seeking a Cabinetmaker to construct, repair and restore furniture in the shop and on site across the Parliamentary Precinct. You will work on heritage pieces, reproduce carved details, and provide services to Members of Parliament and the Library of Parliament, upholding conservation standards.

Applicants should have wood carving experience, cabinetmaking certification via apprenticeship, and the ability to work with a variety of tools and in a workshop

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in woodworking and a cabinetmaking apprenticeship certification.
• Specialized knowledge, training and technical expertise in wood carving.
• Experience with wood carving and restoration work.
• Experience using workshop equipment and applying safety standards.

Responsabilités

• Construct, repair and restore furniture in shop and on site.
• Provide specialized woodworking services to MPs, House Administration and Library of Parliament.
• Conserve heritage pieces and reproduce/restore carved details while preserving history.
• Contribute to special projects and events as required.

Connaissances

Wood carving

Heritage restoration

Cabinetmaking

Attention to detail

Formation

Cabinetmaking certification (apprenticeship)

Description du poste

The House of Commons Administration is seeking a Cabinetmaker to construct, repair and restore furniture in the shop and on site across the Parliamentary Precinct. You will work on heritage pieces, reproduce carved details, and provide services to Members of Parliament and the Library of Parliament, upholding conservation standards.

Applicants should have wood carving experience, cabinetmaking certification via apprenticeship, and the ability to work with a variety of tools and in a workshop