Carpenter
We are looking for a Carpenter to build, install and repair wood elements such as doors, furniture, closets and structures. The work starts from plans and measurements and ends with well-fitted, safe pieces finished the way the project requires.
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Responsibilities
Interpret plans, sketches and measurements to plan the cutting and assembly of each piece.
Select the right lumber, boards and hardware and estimate the material needed while limiting waste.
Measure, mark, cut and assemble pieces with hand tools and machines (saws, planer, router, drill).
Build and install doors, windows, closets, furniture, stairs or wood structures as the project requires.
Sand and apply sealers, varnish or paint to give the specified finish.
Repair and restore damaged pieces and adjust elements that do not close or fit properly.
Keep tools sharp and calibrated and work with personal protection against dust, noise and machinery.
Requirements
Experience in shop carpentry, on-site carpentry or furniture making.
Ability to read plans and take accurate measurements.
Safe use of hand tools and woodworking machinery.
Knowledge of lumber and board types, joints and finishes.
Willingness to work in a shop or on a job site, depending on the project.
If you take pride in work that is measured right and finished well, we would like to hear from you.
Interview Questions
Tell me about a woodworking job you are proud of. How did you plan it and what difficulties came up?
Look for a concrete example with measurements, materials and how they solved a technical problem, such as a piece that would not fit.
How do you estimate the material for a job and reduce waste?
Look for reading plans, a cut list, a cutting margin and making the most of sheets or boards.
What safety measures do you take when using a saw or woodworking machine?
Look for machine guards, eye, hearing and respiratory protection, and not using equipment without proper training.
You installed a door and it does not close properly. How do you diagnose and fix it?
Look for checking plumb, square, hinges and gaps, and explaining which adjustments they would try before rebuilding the piece.
The client changes a measurement after the piece has already been cut. How do you handle it?
Look for explaining the impact on cost and timeline, proposing alternatives and confirming the change in writing before continuing.
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