What Does a Cabinet Maker Do?
A Cabinet Maker is a skilled professional in the Finishing Trades sector of the Construction industry. As a Cabinet Maker, your job is to design, cut, and assemble wooden furniture and cabinetry. You work with different types of wood and make a variety of items such as cabinets, tables, chairs and more.
Typically, Cabinet Makers work in workshops or manufacturing factories. They use various tools, including hand tools and power tools, to cut, shape, and join the wood pieces together according to a blueprint or design specifications.
Your responsibilities as a Cabinet Maker include interpreting designs and technical drawings, selecting the right type of wood, cutting and shaping it into the right parts, and finally, assembling the parts to make the final product. You will also need to finish the product by sanding, staining, and sealing the wood to make it look beautiful and long-lasting.
The job of a Cabinet Maker requires patience, precision, creativity, and a love for working with your hands. If you enjoy the smell of wood, the feel of a finely crafted furniture piece, and the satisfaction of creating something beautiful and functional, then being a Cabinet Maker could be a perfect career for you.
Skills Required
Technical Skills
- Blueprint Reading
- Cabinet Assembly
- Surface Preparation
- Stain Matching
- Finish Spraying
- Sanding Techniques
Soft Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Teamwork
Technical Skills
- Blueprint Reading
- Cabinet Assembly
- Surface Preparation
- Stain Matching
- Finish Spraying
- Sanding Techniques
Soft Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Teamwork
Education and Training Requirements
Required Education
Licensing and Certification
State Requirements
Not required, but certification may enhance job prospects