Cabinetmaker

• Education: Other trades certificate or diploma


• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years


• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Custom cabinet shop
• Furniture manufacturing company
• Millwork shop
• Assembly

Tasks

• Operate woodworking machines, such as power saws, jointers, mortisers and shapers, to cut, shape and form parts and components
• 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
• Maintain clean and safe work environment

Area of specialization

• Cabinets

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-pa...