Cabinetmaker

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Instruct apprentices
• 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
• Supervise other workers
• Estimate costs and materials
• Operate woodworking machines and use hand tools to cut, shape and form parts and components
• Repair or restyle wooden furniture, fixtures and related products

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Team player