Lead Hardwood Flooring Installer

Tantalus Floors; Victoria; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work van provided

Gas card provided

Flexible scheduling

Health benefits

Full-time role

Job summary

Tantalus Floors in Whistler, BC is seeking a Lead Hardwood Flooring Installer to own on-site projects from start to finish. You will supervise installations, refinishing, and subfloor prep, while maintaining high workmanship standards and coordinating with the homeowner and trades to keep schedules on track.

We value independence, reliability, and hands-on leadership. This full-time role offers a benefits package and opportunities to grow specialized flooring skills on luxury homes and Sea to

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional hardwood flooring installation experience.
• Proven leadership of jobs from start to finish.
• Strong knowledge of hardwood/engineered flooring systems.
• Experience with sanding, staining, refinishing, and recoating is desirable.
• Ability to read plans and follow specifications.
• Reliable and able to coordinate with owner and trades.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site hardwood flooring installation and refinishing from start to finish.
• Assess job-site conditions and identify issues affecting quality or progress.
• Prepare subfloors and complete installation preparation.
• Install solid and engineered hardwood flooring accurately.
• Perform sanding, staining, refinishing, and finishing as required.
• Complete flooring repairs, transitions, and trim details.
• Plan daily work, organize materials and tools, ensure site readiness.
• Coordinate on-site activities and communicate progress to the owner.
• Inspect finished work to ensure quality standards.
• Identify and resolve routine installation challenges; raise major issues early.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site.
• Support and guide other installers when needed.

Skills

5+ years experience

Independent leadership

Attention to detail

Read project plans

Excellent communication

Valid driver’s licence

Job description

Lead Hardwood Flooring Installer
Tantalus Floors
Whistler, BC | Full-Time | $35-$45/hour

About Tantalus Floors

Tantalus Floors provides hardwood flooring installation, refinishing, repairs, custom stair work, and flooring materials to homeowners, builders, developers, and commercial clients throughout Whistler, Squamish, and the Sea to Sky Corridor.

We take pride in quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and dependable service. Our projects range from residential renovations and custom homes to multi-unit developments and commercial spaces.

Learn more about us: https://www.tantalusfloors.com/

About the Role

Tantalus Floors is looking for an experienced Lead Hardwood Flooring Installer who can take ownership of on-site flooring work from start to finish.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who knows the hardwood flooring trade, takes pride in producing excellent results, and can work independently without needing constant direction. You'll be responsible for managing the details of each job, maintaining quality standards, solving problems as they arise, and helping ensure projects are completed properly and efficiently.

We're looking for someone dependable who wants to build a long-term working relationship with an established local flooring business.

What You'll Do

• Lead on-site hardwood flooring installation and refinishing work from preparation through completion.
• Assess job-site conditions and identify issues that could affect installation quality or project progress.
• Prepare subfloors and complete the necessary installation preparation.
• Install solid and engineered hardwood flooring with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Perform hardwood floor sanding, staining, refinishing, and finishing work as required.
• Complete flooring repairs, transitions, trim details, and other finishing work.
• Plan daily work, organize materials and tools, and ensure the site is ready for each stage of the project.
• Coordinate on-site activities and communicate progress, material needs, and potential delays to the owner.
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets quality expectations.
• Identify and resolve routine installation challenges and raise significant issues before they affect the project.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site.
• Support and guide other installers or developing team members when needed.
• Represent Tantalus Floors professionally when working in clients' homes and on construction sites.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of professional hardwood flooring installation experience
• Demonstrated professional experience in hardwood refinishing, troubleshooting, and leading jobs independently from start to finish
• Strong practical knowledge of hardwood and engineered wood flooring systems.
• Experience with hardwood sanding, staining, refinishing, and recoating is highly desirable.
• Ability to read project plans, follow specifications, and identify potential installation issues.
• Ability to organize and complete work independently from preparation through final inspection.
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment on site.
• High standards for workmanship, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Reliable, organized, and committed to completing work properly.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with the owner and other trades.
• A valid driver's licence and reliable transportation, if required for the role.

Compensation and benefits

• $35-$45/ hour depending on experience and skills
• Work van provided
• Gas card provided for work-related travel
• Flexible scheduling
• Extended health and dental benefits
• Full-time work or a flexible arrangement for the right person
• Interesting projects in luxury homes throughout Whistler and the Sea to Sky
• A friendly, laid-back and professional crew
• Powder days when the project schedule allows
• The opportunity to develop specialized flooring and refinishing skills
• Room to take on more responsibility as your skills grow