Furniture Tech - Level 1

Toronto, ON, Canada .
part-time . August 7, 2021

Description

This Position Is Right for You

Furniture technicians usually work for furniture manufacturers and retail stores to install commercial and residential furniture after delivering furniture to end-users or occasionally in a client's showroom. This job often involves working directly with clients, so customer service skills are highly beneficial, and a valid driver's license and clean driving record are also required to deliver furniture.

Handling furniture products carefully and safely and ensuring proper assembly techniques is essential. Great care must be taken when installing furniture and moving it from place to place to prevent dents, scratches, and other damage. It may be necessary to prepare and pack furniture for safe transport, and this job can be physically strenuous, as it involves lifting heavy items, performing repetitive motions, and bending and stooping. The ability to read blueprints and other technical documents may also be necessary to install specific types of furniture.

Teamwork skills are essential in this position to work well with other installers and team leaders, and good manual dexterity and the ability to use hand and power tools are crucial. Some positions require prior experience in furniture installation. In contrast, others offer on-the-job training, and electrical knowledge may also be necessary to install specific electrical components, such as circuits and wiring. A high school diploma may be a minimum requirement for this position.

A formal apprenticeship in Furniture Installation is 7,200 hours in length—hours accumulated through a combination of work experience (about 90% of total hours) and in-school training (about 10% of total hours). The apprenticeship period is broken down into four 1,800-hour terms.

Responsible To

Lead Hand/Furniture Tech - Level 4

Responsibility of Duties

The following sets out the principal functions of the position and shall not be considered as detailed descriptions of all work requirements.

Material Handling of furniture products (Unloading, Staging, Unboxing and Trash Removal)
Assemble products per manufacturer's instructions.
Install products per drawing and blueprints (Systems Furniture and Ancillary Products)
Document detailed manufacturing product issues, field issues or any other concerns that are experienced during the installation using the Corrective Action Request (C.A.R) process
Complete installation within the scope of work and the timeline
Go through the company training and development program

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge

High-School Diploma
Must have ZERO to three (0-3) months of experience in the Furniture Assembly industry or a related capacity
Demonstrated knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), and WHMIS 2015

Skills and Abilities

Verbal communication, including courtesy, tact, discretion, explanation, and judgment skills
Written communication skills include grammar/spelling skills for proofreading, editing, and writing reports/correspondence.
Detail orientation
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Organizational skills and time management skills
Interpersonal and customer service skills
Strong mechanical aptitude. Ability to use standard hand tools and measuring equipment
Ability to lift 50lbs (independently) frequently within a single shift and up to 60lbs occasionally within a single shift.

Other

Valid and satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check

Working Conditions

Active construction site or end-user office environment with significant interruptions

Employment Terms

Position: Part-Time

Hours: Up to (20) hours per week

Benefits

Only a full-time position is eligible to participate in the following benefit programs once the eligibility requirements have been met.

Health Benefits including Healthcare Spending Account
Life, Accident Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Dependent Life Insurance
Registered Pension Plan (RPP) with company match
Smoking Cessation Program Assistance
Payroll Deduction Tool/Drill Purchase Program
Annual Uniform Benefit Program

Company:

GOODINSTAL Inc. is an installation specialist of contract furniture and architectural walls for office and commercial buildings. Founded in 2014, we set out to provide a superior service to furniture dealers and interior design teams. We believe there could be a simpler process to achieve the workspace our clients desire without sacrificing the quality of service. We offer a no-nonsense approach to contract furniture for office spaces to do this.

Our employee onboarding begins with a comprehensive orientation to company policies and procedures, Health & Safety, Accessibility in the Workplace, and what to expect on the job, and continues with on-the job training.

Apply to become part of our growing team today! Submit your cover letter and resume letter to the attention of Human Resources:

We thank all applicants for their interest in GoodInstal Inc. and will contact qualified candidates by phone or email to arrange an interview.

GoodInstal Inc. is committed to providing a barrier-free workplace. It will be available upon request if accommodation is required during the selection or interview process. This job posting is public in an accessible format upon request.

Compensation

$23.15 - $24.07 per hour

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