Floor Covering Installers

To obtain experience, try to land a part-time or summer job as a helper at a flooring installation contractor. For those who do not participate in an apprenticeship, it may take from 18 to 24 months of on-the-job training to become a full-fledged floor covering installer.

Employers look for applicants who have good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination. Because installers work on the premises of the customer, they should also have a neat appearance and a courteous manner. Other important traits include physical strength and stamina, good time-management and organizational skills, a detail-oriented personality, good color vision, and an ability to work well both alone and with others.