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Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles
Apply blocks, strips, or sheets of shock-absorbing, sound-deadening, or decorative coverings to floors.
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Work Values
Working Conditions
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
Support
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
Independence
Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
Salary & Job Outlook
Starting Salary
$41,640.00
New York StateMedian Salary
$61,060.00
New York StateExperienced Salary
$77,260.00
New York StateNational Average for Comparison
New York State Job Market Outlook
Jobs Right Now (2018)
990
professionals in NYFuture Job Growth (2030)
1,260
+27 jobs/yearNew Jobs Every Year
122
new opportunities yearlyGrowth Rate
0.3%
projected increasePreparation: Experience, Training, and Education
The list below outlines the prior educational experience required to perform in this occupation.
Some Training - Certificate or hands-on training
Experience Requirements
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
Education Requirements
These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Training Details
Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Transferrable Skills and Experience
These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include orderlies, counter and rental clerks, customer service representatives, security guards, upholsterers, tellers, and dental laboratory technicians.
School Programs
The following lists school programs which are applicable to this occupation.
Licensing & Certification
State License and Certifications Requirements are not currently associated with this occupation.
Apprenticeship
Earn While You Learn: Discover hands-on training opportunities that combine paid work experience with classroom instruction for this career path.
AT Carpenters JATC of NYC & Vicinity
New York, NY
Announcement
The JATC for the NYC District Council of Carpenters (NYCDCC) will conduct a recruitment from September 10, 2025 through September 9, 2026 for 25 Carpenter (Piledriver/Dockbuilder);20 Linoleum, Resilient Tile,and Carpet Layer;3 Cabinet Maker; 10 Millwright apprentices. Applicants must attend in-person information session at the NYCDCC,395 Hudson Street(Clarkson Street entrance),NY, NY 10014.Information Sessions will be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 9AM-10AM excluding months of Dec and Jan for all trades during the recruitment period.No entry is after 9AM. Off-site and virtual sessions may be added if necessary. Spaces are limited and filled on a first-come,first-served basis.After the session,a passcode will be given to complete an online application. Applicants must sign in during the in-person session to qualify.If not,the individual is disqualified. After the session,a passcode is given,which will allow them to access the application online which will be valid for 60 days from the date of the session.Applications are only available online during the recruitment at website listed here. Completed applications must be submitted and received through the website(www.nyccarpenterstrainingcenter.org)within 60 days from the date of the session.Failure to comply with this deadline will disqualify the individual.Applicants may only apply for one trade,and each application will be kept on file for two years.After that,the applicant must reapply. Applicants meeting all requirements will be scheduled for a later date interview.Applicant must be on time will be allowed only one interview. Failure to arrive on time for the interview will result in disqualification.Accepted applicants will receive an instruction sheet and a list of required original documents if accepted into the program.
Requirements
The Committee requires that applicants: Must be at least 17 years old at the time of application. Must have a high school diploma or a equivalency diploma (such as TASC or GED).Proof will be required after selection. Must be able to perform the work of the trade without posing a direct threat to the safety of themselves or others. Must be able to perform the work of a Carpenter: Working on scaffolds and in confined spaces. Working under conditions of inclement weather, such as rain, snow, cold, hear and direct sunlight. Performing constant repetitive motions. Climbing and working from heights. Lifting items minimum of 50 pounds. Standing and stooping for longer periods. Must pass a substance abuse screening, at the expense of the sponsor, within 48 hours of selection,at a site designated by the JATC. Applicants that do not pass the screening will be notified and disqualified. Must be able to read, hear and understand verbal instructions and warnings in English. Must provide proof (detailed examples) of any trade-related experience, certification,or education, after selection. Must sign an Apprentice handbook (subject to change). Must travel to off-site training and assume for costs in the event of cancellation,failure to attend,or failure to successfully complete the program. Must be a U.S. citizen or have the legal right to work in the United States.Proof will be required after selection. Must have reliable means of transportation to and from job sites and classes. Must provide DD-214,Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty,if applicable,after selection.
Additional Information
For further information, applicants should contact NYCDCC at (212) 727-2224.Job search assistance can be obtained at your local NYS Department of Labor Career Center(see: https://dol.ny.gov/career-centers)
Program Dates
Contact Information
New York, NY 10014
Skills
The list below includes the skills required by workers in this occupation; skills are what allow you to learn more quickly and improve your performance.
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Coordination
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Skill level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Knowledge
The list below includes knowledge items, the principles and facts required by this occupation.
Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Knowledge level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Work Environment
The list below includes the physical and social factors that influence the nature of work in this occupation.
Hover over or tap each factor to see its description.
Work Styles
Included in the list below are the personal work style characteristics that can affect how well a worker is likely to perform in this occupation.
Achievement/Effort
Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
Adaptability/Flexibility
Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
Attention to Detail
Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Concern for Others
Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
Cooperation
Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Dependability
Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
Independence
Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
Initiative
Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
Integrity
Job requires being honest and ethical.
Persistence
Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
Tools & Technology
This list below describes the machines, equipment, tools, software, and information technology that workers in this occupation will use.
Tools
- Adhesive spreaders
- Adhesive syringes
- Adjustable wedges
- Appliance sliders
- Automatic plasma arc welding machines
- Aviation snips
- Bar scribers
- Base molding lifters
- Broad knives
- Bubble levels
- Butane torches
- Chalk line markers
- Claw clamps
- Claw hammers
- Concrete floats
- Concrete floor grinders
- Corner templates
- Cove base shears
- Dolphin knives
- Electric glue guns
- Floor caulking guns
- Floor polishing machines
- Floor sanders
- Floor stripping machines
- Flooring edge cutters
- Flooring knee pads
- Flooring screw guns
- Flooring staplers
- Flooring utility knives
- Gauge rakes
Technology
- Aya Associates Comp-U-Floor
- CPR Software FloorCOST Estimator for Excel
- Focus Floor Covering Software
- Measure Square FloorEstimate Pro
- Microsoft Office
- Pacific Solutions FloorRight
- Project visualization software
- Radio frequency identification RFID software
- Textile Management Systems RollMaster
Duties
Duties are job behaviors describing activities that occur on multiple jobs. The generalized and detailed work activities described in the list below apply to this occupation.
- measure and mark reference points or cutting lines on workpieces
- use hand or power tools
- use measuring devices in construction or extraction work
- use blowtorch
- adhere to safety procedures
- perform safety inspections in construction or resource extraction setting
- estimate materials or labor requirements
- inspect premises or structure for evidence of deterioration or damage
- use basic carpentry techniques
- understand construction specifications
- apply grouting or other masonry adhesives
- fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand
- apply adhesives, caulking, sealants, or coatings
- erect scaffold
- install prefabricated building components
- move or fit heavy objects
- clean rooms or work areas
- prepare building surfaces for paint, finishes, wallpaper, or adhesives
- install carpet, linoleum, tile, or related material onto floors or walls
- cut, fit, or join floor covering or foundation materials
- read blueprints
- read tape measure
- read technical drawings
Tasks
The list below outlines specific tasks that a worker in this occupation is called upon to do regularly.
- Sweep, scrape, sand, or chip dirt and irregularities to clean base surfaces, correcting imperfections that may show through the covering.
- Cut flooring material to fit around obstructions.
- Inspect surface to be covered to ensure that it is firm and dry.
- Trim excess covering materials, tack edges, and join sections of covering material to form tight joint.
- Form a smooth foundation by stapling plywood or Masonite over the floor or by brushing waterproof compound onto surface and filling cracks with plaster, putty, or grout to seal pores.
- Measure and mark guidelines on surfaces or foundations, using chalk lines and dividers.
- Cut covering and foundation materials, according to blueprints and sketches.
- Roll and press sheet wall and floor covering into cement base to smooth and finish surface, using hand roller.
- Apply adhesive cement to floor or wall material to join and adhere foundation material.
- Determine traffic areas and decide location of seams.
- Lay out, position, and apply shock-absorbing, sound-deadening, or decorative coverings to floors, walls, and cabinets, following guidelines to keep courses straight and create designs.
- Remove excess cement to clean finished surface.
- Heat and soften floor covering materials to patch cracks or fit floor coverings around irregular surfaces, using blowtorch.
- Disconnect and remove appliances, light fixtures, and worn floor and wall covering from floors, walls, and cabinets.
Learning Resources
More information on this occupation may be found in the links provided below.
Carpet, floor, and tile installers and finishers
Visit this link for additional information on this career from the Occupational Outlook Handbook; a publication produced and maintained by the United States Department of Labor.
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