Cabinetmakers & Bench Carpenters
Code: 51-7011.00
Zone 2
Median Annual Salary
£46,680
Range: £35,650 - £63,720
Preparation & Education
Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed
Job Zone 2
Industry Outlook
Below Average
New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
Role Overview & What They Do
Cut, shape, and assemble wooden articles or set up and operate a variety of woodworking machines, such as power saws, jointers, and mortisers to surface, cut, or shape lumber or to fabricate parts for wood products.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Angled Cabinetmaker
Assembler
Cabinet Assembler
Cabinet Builder
Cabinet Door Maker
Cabinet Installer
Cabinetmaker
Double End Tenon Operator
Frame Builder
Woodworker
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Verify dimensions or check the quality or fit of pieces to ensure adherence to specifications.
- Produce or assemble components of articles, such as store fixtures, office equipment, cabinets, or high-grade furniture.
- Trim, sand, or scrape surfaces or joints to prepare articles for finishing.
Technology, Tools & Software Stack
Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Electronic mail software
Microsoft Outlook
Facilities management software
Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
Core Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Basic Skills
keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements
Problem Solving
noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Engineering and Technology
building and construction
Math and Science
arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
Hand and Finger Use
hold or move items with your hands
keep your arm or hand steady
Controlled Movement
quickly change the controls of a machine, car, truck or boat
use your arms and/or legs together while sitting, standing, or lying down
Personality & Work Styles
Top Interest: Realistic
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
Key Work Styles:
Attention to Detail
Dependability
Cautiousness
Frequently Asked Questions About Cabinetmakers & Bench Carpenters
In the UK, the median annual salary for a Cabinetmakers & Bench Carpenters is £46,680. Starting salaries (10th percentile) typically begin around £35,650, while highly experienced professionals (90th percentile) can earn upwards of £63,720 depending on location and experience.
Entry as a Cabinetmakers & Bench Carpenters typically aligns with Job Zone 2 (Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed). Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some careers may not.
Essential skills and tooling for a Cabinetmakers & Bench Carpenters include: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Computerized maintenance management system CMMS. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
New job opportunities are less likely in the future. (Industry demand rating: Below Average).
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Salary Distribution
10th Percentile (Entry):
£35,650
Median Annual (Average):
£46,680
90th Percentile (Senior):
£63,720
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