Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Other trades certificate or diploma
- or equivalent experience
Experience
5 years or more
On the road job
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Work site environment
Work setting
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On-site customer service
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Commercial
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Residential
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Various locations
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Work in employer's/client's home
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Willing to relocate
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Inspect, measure and mark surfaces to be covered
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Measure, cut and fasten underlay and underpadding
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Prepare flooring plans and scheduling
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Measure, cut and install carpeting on floors
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Measure, cut and install resilient floor coverings
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Inspect and repair damaged floor coverings
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Conduct moisture, ph, temperature and other tests prior to flooring installations
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Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
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Prepare floors for installations
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Remove existing floor coverings and contaminants
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Install carpeting on walls or other surfaces
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Employ knee kickers and other equipment to stretch carpeting
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Perform direct glue-down carpet installations
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Perform double-bond carpet installations
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Install outdoor carpets
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Install resilient stair components (special effects for the visually impaired)
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Floor Covering Installer Red Seal Certificate
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Floor Covering Installer Trade Certificate
Experience and specialization
Installation specialization
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Vinyl or resilient tiles
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Vinyl or resilient sheets
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Ceramic tiles
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Flash covings
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Linoleum
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Rubber sheet goods
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Modular carpet tiles
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Flexible PVC sheet goods
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Carpets/rugs
Additional information
Security and safety
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Criminal record check
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Driver's validity licence check
Transportation/travel information
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Valid driver's licence
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Own transportation
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Own vehicle
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Vehicle supplied by employer
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Physically demanding
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Handling heavy loads
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Bending, crouching, kneeling
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Ability to distinguish between colours
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Hand-eye co-ordination
Personal suitability
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Client focus
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Judgement
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Organized
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Team player
Benefits
Financial benefits
Long term benefits
Employment groups
Help -
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Veterans, Visible minorities, Youth
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.