Screening questions

Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Team player; Client focus; Judgement; Organized

Installation Specialization

Vinyl or resilient sheets; Vinyl or resilient tiles; Modular carpet tiles; Flexible PVC sheet goods; Carpets/rugs

Work Location Information

On-site customer service; Work in employer's/client's home; Various locations

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Hand-eye co-ordination; Bending, crouching, kneeling

Transportation/Travel Information Own transportation; Valid driver's licence

Work Site Environment Odours; Dusty

Own Tools/Equipment

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

Security and Safety

Bondable; Driver's validity licence check; Criminal record check

Work Setting Residential; Commercial

Additional Skills

Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications; Prepare flooring plans and scheduling; Estimate costs and materials

Specific Skills

Remove existing floor coverings and contaminants; Prepare floors for installations; Perform direct glue-down carpet installations; Measure, cut and fasten underlay and underpadding; Measure, cut and install carpeting on floors; Measure, cut and install resilient floor coverings; Install outdoor carpets; Employ knee kickers and other equipment to stretch carpeting; Conduct moisture, ph, temperature and other tests prior to flooring installations; Inspect and repair damaged floor coverings; Inspect, measure and mark surfaces to be covered

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Education No degree, certificate or diploma

Languages English