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• Groupe Information Travail Organisme d’économie sociale qui accompagne les personnes de 16 à 65 ans en situation d’exclusion sociale et professionnelle, à Montréal. Social economy organization based in Montreal that supports individuals aged 16 to 65 who face social and professional exclusion.

Cabinetmaker's Assistant

Offer number: 01532

• Groupe Information Travail Organisme d’économie sociale qui accompagne les personnes de 16 à 65 ans en situation d’exclusion sociale et professionnelle, à Montréal. Social economy organization based in Montreal that supports individuals aged 16 to 65 who face social and professional exclusion.

Activity sector(s)

• Social and Solidarity Economy
• Employability and Social Integration

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Type(s) of activity Activity facilitation Cleaning and Maintenance

District Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie

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Our social and circular cabinetmaking workshop offers a 6- to 12-month introductory program in cabinetmaking for individuals aged 16 and older who are socially and professionally excluded and are neither employed nor enrolled in school. Under the guidance of a cabinetmaker-instructor for 20 hours a week, apprentice cabinetmakers are introduced to woodworking techniques. The program also includes themed group workshops designed to develop the essential skills needed for sustainable integration into the workforce.

We are seeking a cabinetmaker to assist the cabinetmaker-instructor. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Participating in the production of components, objects, and furniture,
• Ensuring safety standards are followed,
• Supporting the cabinetmaker-trainer in ensuring the smooth progress of the work,
• Helping with the maintenance of tools and the workspace,
• Assisting with deliveries.

The workshop schedule is Monday through Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Some large-scale projects are carried out outside of normal business hours.

Desired profile:

• Solid experience in cabinetmaking,
• Proficiency in French (spoken) – English (a plus),
• Knowledge of social and professional integration and the community sector (an asset),
• First aid training (an asset).

We are looking for an independent, team-oriented individual who is willing to commit to a non-traditional work environment and is available to work a minimum of half a day (3–4 hours).

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Spoken Language(s) French Bilingual FR-EN

Specific Needs Accepts small groups (under 5 people)

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Profiles of volunteers accepted:

• Individual

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Availability(s) sought by the organization

	Before noon Afternoon Evening
Monday	Morning Afternoon
Tuesday	Morning Afternoon
Wednesday	Morning Afternoon
Thursday	Morning Afternoon
Friday	Morning Afternoon
Saturday
Sunday

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