kitchen designer

Education

• College / CEGEP
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Fabrication

Tasks

• Prepare detailed specifications
• Create interior spaces that reflect clients' needs and tastes
• Read blueprint, schemas and drawings
• Consult with clients to determine needs, preferences, safety requirements and purpose of space
• Develop detailed plans and 3-D models showing arrangement of walls, dividers, displays, lighting and other fixtures
• Develop plans, elevations, cross sections and detailed drawings
• Develop manufacturing and processing procedures
• Develop and conduct production, inventory and quality assurance programs
• Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines
• Collect and analyze data and samples
• Develop computer applications for machines and processes
• Read blueprints and drawings
• Assist in preparing estimates, schedules, specifications and reports
• Oversee production
• Inspect processes
• Carry out work study

Computer and technology knowledge

• 3D graphic software
• AutoCAD
• MS Excel
• SketchUp
• MS Windows
• Database software
• Networking software
• Communication software
• Project management software
• Programming software

Area of specialization

• Interior design (general)
• Architectural design
• Facility management
• Kitchen
• Furniture design
• Project management
• Kitchen cabinets and vanities
• Work planning, estimating, measuring and scheduling

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Work under pressure
• Sound discrimination
• Sitting

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Team player
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Values and ethics

Screening questions

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 years

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Commission

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available
• Variable or compressed work week

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and / or refugees
• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and / or refugees (for example : housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and / or refugees (for example : facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Recruits newcomers and / or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example : Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and / or refugees with experienced employees
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and / or refugees

Support for youths

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for Veterans

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Veterans
• Recruits Veterans and other candidates with military experience through targeted hiring initiatives (for example : job fairs, outreach programs etc.)
• Supports Veterans in translating their military skills and experience into the language of the civilian job market
• Offers flexible onboarding options to allow Veterans to gradually adapt to the civilian workplace (for example : gradually increasing hours and responsibilities, etc.)

Support for Indigenous people

• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
• Provides cultural competency training and / or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
• Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers

Support for mature workers

• Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
• Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for mature workers
• Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example : gradually increasing hours and responsibilities)
• Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example : adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.)