Cabinet Maker

Gem Cabinets Ltd., a locally owned and operated family business, has been making homes beautiful with custom cabinetry for over 40 years. We are a leader in the cabinet industry in Edmonton. Being independently owned and operated means we are very nimble and fluid.

Gem Cabinets Ltd. is looking for a Cabinet Maker  to join our team. You will be working in a positive atmosphere and working with a hard-working team to achieve success. We are a family business with integrity, values, and morals that operates with a team that cares for one another and we work hard to pursue growth.

The successful candidate will be knowledgeable in the fundamentals of kitchen cabinet installation, customer service and thrive in a fast-pace environment. Candidate is required to supply their own tools. This is a fulltime position.

Summary:

The Cabinet Maker is attentive and agile to oversee the creation of cabinetry from start to finish.  The Cabinet Maker will be responsible for selecting the materials, constructing the cabinets, and then applying appropriate finishes.  Responsible for fabricating, modifying, and repairing items needed for the completion of projects as well as setting up and maintaining various tools while adhering to strict quality and safety standards.

The Cabinet Maker will work in a fast-paced but casual environment and play a supporting role in ensuring customer satisfaction by producing quality work in an efficient manner.

Key responsibilities:

• Operating woodworking machines and using hand tools to cut, shape and form wood
• Selecting the appropriate materials, fittings, and tools for each task
• Must plan the most effective approach to ensure that each project completed is on time
• Creating standard and custom components of cabinets
• Responsible for inspecting each piece to ensure completion is accurate, necessary finishes are applied and meets quality standards
• Preparing and interpreting drawings
• Shop are clean, organized and safe

Knowledge and skills required:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Completion of a training program or apprenticeship
• Min 3 years experience as a Cabinet Maker
• Ability to perform math; read technical information, analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions
• Thorough knowledge of the standard methods, equipment, materials, tools and practices of the cabinet making trade
• Proficient in planning and managing projects
• Flexibility is required to work with others and operate equipment using a variety of processes
• Ability to work with a wide range of individuals
• Performs consistently under pressure
• Must be focused and attentive to details
• Must be able to function with interruptions and deadlines
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Is able to read, interpret and compose work orders
• Physical fitness and the ability to lift 80lbs

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

COVID-19 considerations:
To keep our employees and customers as safe as possible, we have installed clear plastic barriers and provided masks, gloves, and hand sanitizer.