Job Description and Working Conditions

MILLMEN/CABINET MAKERS/DISPLAY BUILDERS

What do cabinetmakers and millworkers do?

Cabinetmakers perform work in the areas of customized and specialized woodwork. They cut, shape and assemble wood products, including moldings, panels and furniture. Cabinetmakers construct, install and repair architectural woodwork, fixture work, display and exhibit work and cabinet work.

Cabinetmakers study blueprints and architectural designs. Then they select specified materials, prepare layouts, shape and cut materials and assemble the designs. Cabinetmakers and millworkers operate a number of machines, including power saws, planers, joiners and shapers.


Working Conditions

MILLMEN/CABINET MAKERS/DISPLAY BUILDERS
Cabinetmakers and millworkers work primarily indoors at a shop or plant. They sometimes travel to work sites to install projects. They spend a great deal of time standing, lifting, carrying, stooping, kneeling and balancing.