- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 35 to 44 hours per week
- Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
- Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
Work site environment
NoisyOdoursDusty
Work setting
Relocation costs not covered by employerFurniture manufacturing company
Tasks
Make minor adjustments and repairs to furniturePrepare, sand and trim wooden furniture and fixture partsSet up and operate finishing machines or finish furniture by handRead blueprints and drawingsStain or finish wood to specified colourApply toners, highlights, glazes or shaders to obtain desired finishApply lacquer or other sealersDecorate wood surfacesInspect furniture and fixture subassemblies and finished products for conformance to quality standardsClean, polish and wax furnitureMark defective parts or products for repairStrip old finish from wood surfaceSmooth gouges with wood filler and sand wood
Type of materials
Wood
Area of work experience
Finished products
Transportation/travel information
Own transportationValid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Repetitive tasksHandling heavy loadsPhysically demandingManual dexterityAttention to detailHand-eye co-ordinationCombination of sitting, standing, walkingStanding for extended periodsBending, crouching, kneelingAbility to distinguish between coloursFast-paced environment
Weight handling
Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
Excellent oral communicationFlexibilityOrganizedReliabilityTeam player
Screening questions
Are you authorized to work in Canada?Do you have experience working in this field?Do you live near the job location?
Green job
Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes