Need advice for job.

[texaswoodworker]

Hi everyone. I need some advice on whats the best way to get a job as a cabinet maker. I have thought about making something like a wall clock to show off some of my skills but i'm not sure that it would be enough. Is there something else I could make that would help my chances?

Any advice?

Thanks

 

[Padre]

Are there any cabinetry shops in your area? Any hiring? To me, that might be the way to go. Starting your own business is a HUGE investment in time and money.

 

[texaswoodworker]

There are a lot of cabinetry shops in my area. not sure if their hiring though. Hope so. I was thinking of using the clock or something else as a sort of resume to help me get a job at one of them.

 

[Padre]

I guess if it were me, I would want to see your cabinetry skills. you could build a cabinet style tool chest or something more related to the job you were looking for?

 

[Don Wade]

If you have never worked professionally as a cabinet maker then you will be better off trying to hire out as a helper or working with a finish carpenter that does cabinet work as well.

Another good way to start is to hire on with a school or hospital for documented experience.