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Richmond School District No. 38

Cabinet Maker/Joiner (Temporary)

Richmond, BC, Canada

This is a unionized position that offers a 40-hour work week with an hourly wage of $40.75, plus a comprehensive benefit package including Municipal Pension, health, vacation, and sick benefits. · Full-time

Within 25 km of Burnaby · About 19.8 km from the city centre

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Pay: This is a unionized position that offers a 40-hour work week with an hourly wage of $40.75, plus a comprehensive benefit package including Municipal Pension, health, vacation, and sick benefits.
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 24, 2026
Posted: Sep 30, 2026

Original job description

Recognized for its dedication to inclusion, diversity, and strong partnerships with the community, the Richmond School District is among one of the largest districts in British Columbia with some of the highest graduation rates in the province. With a long history of high-quality experiences for students, the Richmond School District strives to be “The Best Place to Learn and Lead”.

As an employer, we provide comprehensive growth, learning and engagement opportunities to the committed professionals across the district. We are currently looking for a temporary full-time Cabinet Maker/Joiner to join our Facilities Services department to perform millwork, maintenance alteration and construction at the journeyperson level across the district’s 53 facilities.

This position provides carpentry services at a journeyperson level and will be focused on the construction of cabinets and other furniture needs throughout the school district. The district has a large well-equipped shop with the equipment and tools needed to do an outstanding job. This position is under the supervision of the Manager, Structural, Grounds & Fleet. This position will appeal to an individual who takes pride in their work, is an excellent craftsman, likes to be busy, is creative and energized by the recognition that you are building furniture that is instrumental in helping teachers and students excel in a learning environment.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

Performing maintenance, alteration and construction of existing district facilities
Building, repairing, and installing a variety of millwork such as cabinets, counters, shelving units and other finishing work for offices and classrooms
Designing, reading, and interpreting plans, drawings and specifications of equipment and furnishings
Providing technical expertise to district staff as required

Required Qualifications

Grade 12 or equivalent plus a BC or Interprovincial Certificate of Apprenticeship in Carpentry or equivalent apprenticeship training and a BC or Interprovincial Certificate of Qualification in Cabinet Maker-Joiner (T.Q.; Red Seal).

Two (2) years' experience at a journeyperson level in commercial and institutional carpentry, including renovation, repair and finishing work.

Thorough knowledge of current techniques, methods, procedures, regulations, standards, and materials applicable to the carpentry trade.
Competency in the use and care of tools and equipment common to the trade.
Ability to organize workload, work under periodic pressure and complete assignments with minimal supervision.
Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving heavy materials, equipment, and supplies.
Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License
Excellent communication skills

Interested applicants must provide proof of TQ/Red Seal qualifications to be considered.

This is a unionized position that offers a 40-hour work week with an hourly wage of $40.75, plus a comprehensive benefit package including Municipal Pension, health, vacation, and sick benefits.

The Richmond School District is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Our ability to provide the best education for our student population relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, and experiences. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGTBQ+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

We appreciate the submission of all applicants but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Responsibilities

Perform journeyperson-level carpentry, maintenance, alteration, and construction work across district facilities. Build, repair, and install cabinets, counters, shelving, and other millwork, interpret plans and specifications, and provide technical expertise to district staff.

Requirements

Requires Grade 12 or equivalent, apprenticeship training in carpentry, and a Cabinet Maker-Joiner Certificate of Qualification (T.Q./Red Seal). Applicants must have two years of journeyperson-level commercial or institutional carpentry experience, relevant trade knowledge and tool competency, a valid Class 5 BC driver’s license, and strong communication skills.

Skills

Cabinet Making
Joinery
Carpentry
Millwork Construction
Cabinet Repair and Installation
Furniture Construction
Reading Plans and Drawings
Interpreting Specifications
Maintenance and Alteration
Finishing Work
Tool and Equipment Use
Workload Organization
Physical Material Handling
Communication
Commercial and Institutional Carpentry

Benefits

Municipal Pension
Health Benefits
Vacation Benefits
Sick Benefits

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Keywords

Cabinet Maker-Joiner
Carpentry
Millwork
Cabinet Construction
Cabinet Repair
Cabinet Installation
Counters
Shelving Units
Furniture
Commercial Carpentry
Institutional Carpentry
Renovation
Maintenance
Alteration
Construction
Finishing Work
Plans and Drawings
Specifications
Trade Tools and Equipment
Certificate of Qualification
T.Q.
Red Seal
Class 5 BC Driver’s License
Facilities Services
School District

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