floor covering installer

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Work site environment

• Dusty

Work setting

• Commercial
• Industrial
• Institutional
• Residential
• Rural area
• Urban area
• Various locations
• Work in employer's / client's home

Tasks

• Inspect, measure and mark surfaces to be covered
• Measure, cut and fasten underlay and underpadding
• Measure, cut and install carpeting on floors
• Measure, cut and install resilient floor coverings
• Prepare and install hardwood floors
• Inspect and repair damaged floor coverings
• Prepare floors for installations
• Remove existing floor coverings and contaminants
• Install carpeting on walls or other surfaces
• Perform direct glue-down carpet installations
• Install outdoor carpets

Installation specialization

• Hardwood strip flooring
• Carpets / rugs

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own vehicle
• Willing to travel

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Own tools / equipment

• Tools
• Safety equipment / gear
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Screening questions

• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you live near the job location?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

Employment terms options

• Evening

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years

Employment terms options

• Morning
• On call
• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime available