Woodworking Shop Helper

WOODWORKING SHOP HELPER

Pathways Employment Help Centre (PEHC) unleashes people’s potential through Employment, Skills Training and Advocacy. The London Community Woodshop (LCW) is the only public woodshop in London and area. It is a place where community members can learn new woodworking skills, build projects for their home or business, and connect with other woodworkers. Pathways Employment Help Centre is currently hiring a LCW Woodworking Shop Helper.

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Job Description: Reporting to the Woodshop Coordinator, the Woodworking Shop Helper will work with the LCW team to support day-to-day shop operations, assist community members, and promote a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment. The successful candidate will support workshops, community programming, and basic woodworking and digital fabrication activities, including exposure to CNC equipment.

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Compensation: $20.00 per hour

Anticipated Start Date: May25, 2026

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

Position Responsibilities:

• Welcome community members and provide information and orientation to new and potential participants
• Monitor and support safe and proper use of tools and machinery
• Ensure proper usage of equipment among community program participants
• Assist with workshops, programs, and community events
• Foster a supportive and inclusive culture of learning with a passion for woodworking
• Administer membership policies and practices to maintain an open and fair environment
• Assist with shop maintenance, organization, and upkeep
• Support basic woodworking projects and custom orders
• Assist with CNC machine operation and digital fabrication activities (training provided)

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Qualifications: 

• Post-secondary education (completed or in progress) or equivalent experience, is considered an asset
• Interest in woodworking, skilled trades, or hands-on learning environments
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable engaging with diverse community members, including seniors and youth
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Experience with woodworking tools or digital design/CNC equipment is an asset, but not required
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is an asset

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This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program.

To be eligible, applicants must:

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN)
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a person granted refugee status in Canada

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Please note: International students and other temporary residents of Canada are no teligible to apply.

Applicants may apply to multiple Canada Summer Jobs positions; however, individuals may only hold one full-time CSJ-funded position at a time.

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Interested applicants should send Resume and Cover letter in Microsoft Word format or .pdf format with “Summer Student Woodworking Shop Helper” in the subject line to studentjobs@pathwaysehc.ca

The deadline for applications is May 22^nd by noon, but we reserve the right to begin interviewing andselecting immediately. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.  

Pathways Employment Help Centre is an equal opportunity employer and invites all qualified candidates to apply. PEHC does not discriminate on basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity,sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at (519) 667-7795. 

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