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Journeyperson Cabinetmaker

  • Calgary, AB, Canada

Full-time

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Job type
Full-time
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Experience
5+ years of cabinetmaking experience, ideally in commercial architectural millwork
Working hours
44 Hours/Week
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Help Build Calgary's Next Landmark.

Your craftsmanship. Calgary's skyline. A legacy that lasts.

Executive Millwork is proud to have been awarded the millwork contract for Scotia Place - the future home of the Calgary Flames and a landmark in Calgary's Sports, Entertainment + Culture District. When the doors open in fall 2027, the millwork crafted and installed by our team will be part of an iconic destination experienced by millions of fans and visitors for years to come.

And Scotia Place is just the beginning.

With several major projects underway, we're growing our team and looking for experienced cabinetmakers who take pride in their craft, are committed to quality workmanship, and want to contribute to projects that will help shape Calgary for years to come.

Join the team that's leaving its mark on Calgary.

Job Type: Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 44 Hours/Week | 6:00 AM Start

Work You'll Be Proud Of

Our custom millwork is already part of some of Alberta's best-known spaces, including:

  • Calgary Central Library
  • BMO Centre
  • Mount Royal University Conservatory
  • The Dorian Hotel and Delta Calgary Airport
  • Rundle Bar at the Fairmont Banff Springs and the Fairmont Palliser
  • Some of Calgary's favourite restaurants, including Cactus Club, Barbarella and Milpa

From landmark public buildings to hotels, restaurants and offices, no two projects are the same.

What You'll Do

  • Build high-quality custom architectural millwork
  • Read and interpret detailed shop drawings and specifications
  • Prepare layouts and cutting lists, and calculate material requirements
  • Run woodworking machinery safely and efficiently
  • Solve problems on the shop floor and keep projects on time and on budget
  • Mentor apprentice cabinetmakers and pass on your skills
  • Help improve how we work through Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement
  • Keep a safe, organized workspace

What You Bring

  • 5+ years of cabinetmaking experience, ideally in commercial architectural millwork
  • Journeyman Cabinetmaker certificate (Red Seal) is an asset. Strong hands-on experience matters most, so if you don't have your ticket, we still want to hear from you
  • Excellent blueprint and shop drawing reading skills
  • Strong knowledge of woodworking machinery, materials and hardware
  • Pride in quality work and a team-first attitude

Why You'll Like It Here

  • Build landmark projects like Scotia Place
  • A steady pipeline of commercial work and stable, year-round employment
  • Competitive pay based on your experience
  • Benefits package
  • Modern manufacturing shop and a strong team culture
  • Monday to Friday schedule, so your weekends are your own
  • A respected company with a strong reputation in the industry
More about this job

Responsibilities

Build custom architectural millwork by interpreting shop drawings and specifications, preparing layouts and cutting lists, calculating material needs, and operating woodworking machinery safely. Resolve shop-floor issues, support project schedules and budgets, mentor apprentices, contribute to continuous improvement, and maintain an organized, safe workspace.

Requirements

Applicants should have at least five years of cabinetmaking experience, ideally in commercial architectural millwork, and strong skills in reading blueprints and shop drawings. A Journeyman Cabinetmaker certificate (Red Seal) is an asset but not required; practical experience, woodworking machinery knowledge, and a quality-focused, team-oriented approach are emphasized.

Skills

  • Cabinetmaking
  • Architectural Millwork
  • Shop Drawing Interpretation
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Layout Preparation
  • Cutting List Preparation
  • Material Calculation
  • Woodworking Machinery Operation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Apprentice Mentoring
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Quality Workmanship
  • Workplace Safety
  • Knowledge of Materials and Hardware

Benefits

  • Benefits Package

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Categories

  • Trades
  • Manufacturing
  • Construction

Keywords

  • Cabinetmaking
  • Journeyman Cabinetmaker
  • Red Seal
  • Custom Architectural Millwork
  • Commercial Millwork
  • Shop Drawings
  • Specifications
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Layouts
  • Cutting Lists
  • Material Requirements
  • Woodworking Machinery
  • Hardware
  • Quality Workmanship
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Apprentice Mentoring
  • Workplace Safety
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing

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