Join our team at B.C. LTD. where precision and craftsmanship merge in every tile laid. As we expand, we’re seeking meticulous floor tile layers to bring their expertise to our projects. If you’re passionate about transforming spaces and ensuring quality flooring installations, we invite you to be a part of our team.
Overview:
- Location: Vernon, BC
- Salary: $27.00 hourly / 30 to 40 hours per week
- Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full-time
- Start Date: Immediate
- Vacancies: 2 positions available
Qualifications:
- Languages: English
- Education: Secondary (High) School Graduation Certificate
- Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year
Responsibilities:
Your attention to detail and skill will be crucial as you:
- Inspect, measure, and mark surfaces to be covered: This involves a thorough examination of the area where flooring will be installed. Precise measurements and markings are crucial for accurate installation, ensuring a flawless finished product.
- Measure, cut, and securely fasten underlay and underpadding: Before laying the actual flooring material, proper underlay and padding need to be measured, cut, and firmly fastened. This foundational step is essential for the durability and comfort of the flooring.
- Create flooring plans and manage scheduling: Planning and scheduling are key aspects of this role. It involves organizing the sequence of installations, managing timelines, and ensuring that the flooring projects are executed efficiently.
- Expertly measure, cut, and install various floor coverings: This encompasses a diverse range of tasks, including precision cutting and installing various materials such as carpeting, resilient floor coverings, and hardwood. Each material requires specific expertise and attention to detail for a flawless installation.
- Conduct inspections and repair damaged floor coverings: Regular inspections are essential to identify any damages or flaws in the installed flooring. This responsibility involves repairing or replacing damaged sections to maintain the overall quality of the flooring.
- Perform essential tests prior to installations: Conducting tests for moisture, pH, temperature, and other relevant factors is crucial before installations. These tests ensure that the environment is suitable for the chosen flooring material and that installations will endure over time.
- Interpret blueprints, maps, drawings, and specifications: Understanding and interpreting technical documents and specifications are vital for accurate installations. This includes following blueprints and other visual guides to ensure the correct layout and design of the flooring.
- Prepare surfaces meticulously for installations and remove existing coverings and contaminants: Proper preparation of surfaces is foundational. This involves removing existing flooring materials and contaminants, ensuring a clean and suitable base for the new flooring installations.
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Work Conditions:
- Physically Demanding: As a floor tile layer, you’ll engage in physically demanding work that requires stamina and physical fitness. You’ll be on your feet for extended periods, handling various tools and materials, and maneuvering in different positions to ensure precise installations.
- Handling Heavy Loads: Expect to work with and transport heavy materials regularly. This aspect of the job demands strength and the ability to handle weighty items safely to execute installations effectively.
- Flexibility: The nature of flooring work often involves bending, crouching, and kneeling to access different areas and achieve accurate installations. This flexibility is essential for navigating spaces and ensuring attention to detail across various angles and surfaces.
- Hand-Eye Coordination: A critical skill necessary for accurate measurement, cutting, and installation of various floor coverings. Precise hand-eye coordination ensures the proper alignment and fitting of materials, contributing to a high-quality finished product.
Required Skills:
a. Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail is crucial in ensuring precise measurements, cuts, and placements of floor coverings. Even the slightest inaccuracy could affect the entire installation, highlighting the importance of meticulous work.
b. Technical Aptitude: Understanding the technical aspects of floor installation, including interpreting blueprints, drawings, and specifications, is essential. This knowledge aids in planning and executing installations accurately according to the project requirements.
c. Problem-Solving Abilities: Being able to troubleshoot and address unexpected challenges during installations, such as uneven surfaces or unexpected issues with existing floor coverings, is invaluable in this role.
d. Communication Skills: Effective communication, both within the team and potentially with clients, ensures smooth coordination and understanding of project specifications, timelines, and any modifications required during the installation process.
e. Time Management: Efficiently managing time and adhering to project schedules is vital. This includes planning and executing tasks within designated timeframes to meet project deadlines effectively.
f. Adaptability: The ability to adapt to various environments and flooring materials is essential. Different projects may require different techniques and materials, so adaptability is key to successful installations.
Personal Suitability:
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Sound judgment and decision-making abilities
- Reliability in meeting deadlines and ensuring quality
- Ability to work well within a team
How to Apply:
To join our team of dedicated professionals, please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you!