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Cabinetmaker

  • Work Term: Permanent
  • Work Language: French
  • Hours: 40 hours per week
  • Education: College/CEGEP
  • Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
  • or equivalent experience

Work setting

  • Willing to relocate
  • Industrial

Tasks

  • Operate woodworking machines, such as power saws, jointers, mortisers and shapers, to cut, shape and form parts and components
  • 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
  • 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

Area of specialization

  • Millwork
  • Solid wood processing

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Manual dexterity
  • Attention to detail
  • Standing for extended periods
  • Tight deadlines
  • Ability to work independently

Own tools/equipment

  • Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

  • Accurate
  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Organized
  • Team player
  • Punctuality
  • Positive attitude

Screening questions

  • Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
  • Do you have experience working in this field?
  • Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

Health benefits

  • Disability benefits
  • Health care plan
  • Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

  • Group insurance benefits
  • Life insurance

Other benefits

  • Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
  • Travel insurance

Support for youths

  • Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth