Custom Furniture Maker Job at Wooden Hearts, Orillia, ON

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Job Description

The scope of work changes on a daily/weekly basis depending on the build. Some weeks we work with wood and steel others, stone and antlers. Problem solving skills are a must as the nature of our work is unique. As such out of the box thinking is highly encouraged/required. We spend roughly 70-80% of our year in our workshop, the remainder is spent onsite installing built-in Furniture/Art installations. We also have the occasional renovation and as such ask that the candidate is willing to work in the shop and customers homes.

The job is physically demanding, moving tools from our shop to Jobsites, sheets of plywood, raw lumber, stone, steel and general building materials. We work in clients homes occasionally delivering/installing furniture pieces.

The ideal candidate has a basic understanding of construction practices. Is able to use measuring devices such as tape measures, ruler, speed squares, combination squares, calipers etc. They are confident using a variety of hand tools, power tool, and shop equipment/machinery. The nature of this job is unique compared to most furniture companies. As such there will be a learning curve as we are not your standard cabinet shop. We will provide training on the tooling in the shop, and our processes for building/installing. Your experience will impact the pay rate but so long as you are willing to learn and work as a team player, with a growing company then your pay will always reflect your efforts and growth!

Having your own tools is not mandatory but beneficial.

The Ideal candidate has their own Hammers, (deadblow/mallet/framing) Cordless Drills (Impact/Driver) Chisels, and Measuring Tools (We have specific brands we prefer to use and would like the candidate to acquire these this so that accuracy is consistent)

Safety is paramount in our shop, Employees are required to have and wear Steel Toes, (boot/shoes). We provide safety glass', hearing protection, and respiratory protection, These are required in our shop or on site as required per task.

Valid Drivers License

In our business the client comes first. Being respectful of our clients space and privacy is an absolute must. We work with the mindset that we leave their space better than we found it. The first tool into and last tool out of a Jobsite is a shop-vac. Discretion is key for us, keeping our clients privacy protected is our top priority.

Education: High school, GED or Higher

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 30-40 per week

Salary: $20.00-$50.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Discounted or free food
  • On-site parking
  • Profit sharing

Flexible Language Requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus pay
  • Commission pay
  • Overtime pay

Willingness to travel:

  • 50% (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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