FLOOR LAYER

The character of a room in any building or home is, in large part, dependent on floorlayers. From carpeting and hardwood to ceramic and resilient flooring, the work of floorlayers expresses warmth, elegance and functionality. In addition to laying all types of flooring, floorlayers perform maintenance work, such as stripping, sanding and finishing wood floors. Knowledge of tool use, basic math, drafting and blueprint reading is helpful.

The work also requires the ability to work well with co-workers and customers. Successful candidates must apply with St. Louis - Kansas City Carpenters Regional Council. During the four-year training program, floorlayers complete a minimum of 6,000 hours of on-the-job training and 640 hours of specialized training at the Floorlayers Training Center. Areas of concentration include installation of carpet, vinyl flooring, vinyl composition tile, parquet, strip wood, plank, tile and marble.

Sanding and finishing wood products are also covered. Completion of this specialized training if required to attain journey-level status. To qualify for the Apprenticeship Program you must be at least 17 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, pass a drug test, and be able to perform a physically demanding occupation. Must be able to lift and carry up to 70 lbs. on a consistent basis.