Job Description

Overview: We at Colonial Countertops are seeking a cabinetmaker’s helper to join our team in Victoria, BC. The ideal candidate will have some experience in woodworking and basic furniture finishing, along with a strong attention to detail. As a cabinetmaker helper, you will assist in the production process by supporting skilled tradespersons, helping prepare materials, and contributing to the overall quality and appearance of finished products under supervision.

Job Title: Cabinetmaker’s Helper (NOC 75110)
Employer: Colonial Countertops
Location: 646 Alpha St. Victoria, BC V8Z 1B2
Wage: 25/hr for 40 hrs per week
Vacancy: 1
Employment groups to include: persons with disabilities, indigenous, newcomers to Canada, student, and vulnerable youth
Terms of employment: Term or contract
Start Date: as soon as possible

Job Requirements:

Languages
• English
Education
• Minimum: Secondary Education diploma or GED
Experience
• At 1 year to less than 2 years of work as a construction helper or any related field.
Duties:
• Assist cabinetmakers by preparing materials and work areas for production
• Load, unload, and move wood materials, tools, and equipment
• Support assembly of cabinets and wood products under supervision
• Perform basic sanding and surface preparation prior to finishing
• Apply simple finishes such as stain or polish as directed
• Assist with laminating and edge finishing tasks
• Cut and prepare filler strips and materials for installation
• Help with installation tasks such as holding components and positioning pieces
• Clean, maintain, and organize the work area and tools
• Dispose of waste materials and ensure a safe and tidy workspace
• Follow safety procedures and use protective equipment properly

Work Settings:
• Optional accommodation available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is NOT a condition of employment

Work Conditions:
• Repetitive tasks, physically demanding, Attention to detail, tight deadlines, manual dexterity, handling heavy loads.

Weight Handling
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal Suitability
• Accurate, dependability, Flexibility, Reliability, Team Player, Hardworking

How to Apply:
• Email: [email protected]

Required languages: English

Education level: Minimum: Secondary Education diploma or GED

Required skills: At 1 year to less than 2 years of work as a construction helper or any related field.

Closest intersection: Victoria, BC