Carpet Flooring Installer

floor-coverings-international-careers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contract payments

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Floor Coverings International is looking for a dedicated Carpet Flooring Installer to join our team in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will have experience in carpet installation, providing high-quality work while ensuring client satisfaction.

Responsibilities include accurate carpet installation, site preparation, and performing quality checks. We offer competitive contract payments, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Carpet Flooring Installer or in a similar role.
• Familiarity with various types of carpets and installation techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Physical stamina and the ability to handle heavy materials.

Responsibilities

• Accurately measure, cut, and install carpet in various settings.
• Prepare installation sites by cleaning and leveling surfaces.
• Safely use tools and equipment for carpet installation.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their needs.
• Perform final inspections to ensure quality standards.
• Provide maintenance and repair services for existing carpets.
• Adhere to safety protocols at all times.

Skills

Carpet installation

Attention to detail

Communication

Customer service

Ability to handle heavy materials

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training in carpet installation

Tools

Carpet stretchers

Trimming tools

Adhesives

Job description

Job Title

Carpet Flooring Installer

Job Description

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Carpet Flooring Installer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in carpet installation, demonstrating precision, efficiency, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Key Responsibilities

1. Carpet Installation: Accurately measure, cut, and install carpet in various settings, including residential and commercial spaces, ensuring a perfect fit and finish.
2. Floor Preparation: Prepare installation sites by cleaning, removing old flooring, and ensuring surfaces are level and ready for carpet installation.
3. Tools and Equipment Handling: Safely and effectively use tools and equipment such as carpet stretchers, tack strips, adhesives, and trimming tools.
4. Client Interaction: Collaborate with executive team to understand client needs and preferences, offering guidance on carpet selection and care.
5. Quality Assurance: Perform final inspections of installed carpet to ensure quality standards are met and address any client concerns.
6. Maintenance and Repair Services: Provide maintenance and repair services for existing carpet installations, including re‑stretching and patching.
7. Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe work environment for self and others.

Insurance Requirements

• Installers will be required to possess errors and omissions insurance no less than $1 million dollars.
• Installers will maintain insurance coverage that extends to its employees or any third parties in compliance with standard industry practice of no less than $100,000 bodily injury and $1,000,000 property damage.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Carpet Flooring Installer or in a similar role.
• Familiarity with various types of carpets and installation techniques, including stairs, stair runners, and natural carpets like wool.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Physical stamina and the ability to handle heavy materials.
• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or certification in carpet installation is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive contract payments.
• Consistent and on‑time payments awarded at completion of installation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and training.
• Supportive team environment.

Floor Coverings International of Downtown Chicago, IL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.