Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles
What is a Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles?
Floor layers, except carpet, wood, and hard tiles, are skilled tradespeople who specialize in installing and finishing various types of floor coverings that are not classified as carpet, wood, or traditional hard tiles. This includes materials such as vinyl, linoleum, laminate, rubber, cork, and other synthetic or composite flooring options. These professionals often work in residential, commercial, and industrial settings, where they assess the specific needs of a space, prepare the subfloor, and select appropriate materials for installation. Their work involves cutting, fitting, and laying flooring materials, ensuring proper alignment and adhesion, and finishing edges to create a seamless appearance. Floor layers must also take into account factors such as safety, durability, and maintenance requirements of the flooring they install, as well as compliance with building codes and industry standards. Attention to detail, physical stamina, and knowledge of various flooring materials and installation techniques are essential for success in this career.
Tasks
- Sweep, scrape, sand, or chip dirt and irregularities to clean base surfaces, correcting imperfections that may show through the covering.
- Cut flooring material to fit around obstructions.
- Inspect surface to be covered to ensure that it is firm and dry.
- Trim excess covering materials, tack edges, and join sections of covering material to form tight joint.
- Form a smooth foundation by stapling plywood or Masonite over the floor or by brushing waterproof compound onto surface and filling cracks with plaster, putty, or grout to seal pores.
Technology Skills
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Office suite software
- Microsoft Office software
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Data base user interface and query software
- Aya Associates Comp-U-Floor
- Flooring Technologies QFloors
- Focus Floor Covering Software
- Textile Management Systems RollMaster
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Project management software
- CPR Software FloorCOST Estimator for Excel
- Measure Square FloorEstimate Pro
- On Center On-Screen Takeoff
- Pacific Solutions FloorRight
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Computer aided design CAD software
- Project visualization software
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Internet browser software
- Web browser software
Tools Used
- Staple guns
- Floats
- Razor knives
- Pry bars
- Scribers
Knowledge
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Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
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Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
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Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
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Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
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Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Skills
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Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Abilities
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Extent Flexibility
The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
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Near Vision
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
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Arm-Hand Steadiness
The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
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Oral Comprehension
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
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Finger Dexterity
The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Education
How much education does a new hire need to perform a job in this occupation?
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High school diploma or equivalent
or: GED, High School Equivalency Certificate
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Less than high school diploma
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Post-secondary certificate
Awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades)
Work Activities
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
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Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
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Scheduling Work and Activities
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
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Performing General Physical Activities
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
Detailed Work Activities
- Cut carpet, vinyl or other flexible materials.
- Prepare surfaces for finishing.
- Clean surfaces in preparation for work activities.
- Inspect work sites to determine condition or necessary repairs.
- Trim excess material from installations.
Work Interests
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Realistic
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
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Conventional
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
Job Outlook
Projected salary and job growth
$35340.0 - $91840.0
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Assessment
Related assessments and tests
No assessment available.