Carpet Installer Jobs

A Carpet Installer, also known as a Carpet Fitter, specializes in laying and installing carpets, rugs, and other floor coverings in various types of buildings such as residential homes, commercial buildings, and offices for the construction industry. Their responsibilities include taking measurements, cutting carpets to size, removing old floor coverings, preparing floors, installing padding and trimming excess carpet. These professionals also carry out repairs and maintenance on installed carpets. Their work is vital in the final stages of construction projects, contributing greatly to the interior aesthetics and comfort of the constructed buildings.

To become a proficient Carpet Installer, individuals must possess specific skills and certifications. They should have excellent manual dexterity, physical stamina, good customer service skills, and proficiency in using tools associated with carpet installation. Additionally, they should have the ability to read and interpret blueprints and work orders. A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required, and most Carpet Installers learn their trade on the job; however, there are vocational and technical schools that offer courses in floor covering installation. Prior roles that can lead to a career as a Carpet Installer include Construction Laborer, Carpet Cleaning Technician, and Flooring Installer Assistant.

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Carpet installer needed

  • Burnaby, BC
  • 2 hours ago
  • Burnaby, BC
  • 2 hours ago

We are a growing local carpet installation company. We do carpet, laminate,hardwood and vinyl etc. we are looking for a carpet installer with minimum one year experience....

Hardwood- Carpet installers wanted

  • Surrey, BC
  • 2 hours ago
  • Surrey, BC
  • 2 hours ago

What we 're looking for: - Min 3 years of experience in hardwood, Vinyl and laminate installation - Min 3 years of experience in carpet installation -Own tools -Own gst and wcb numbers!!!...

Carpet Installers Needed / Se Necesitan Instaladores de Alfombras

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 10 hours ago

talented carpet installers....

Carpet Installer Needed

  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 11 hours ago

carpet installation help needed, looking for someone who can install a room on their own, must know how to use a kicker. Must have phone and transportation, no drugs....

Dedicated Carpet Installers Needed - Top Pay, Steady Work

  • Tampa, FL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 11 hours ago

CALL US at...OR apply on our website: High Pay Free Supplies* More projects than others Licensed subcontractors only Llamenos al... Pago alto Materiales Y utiles Gratis* Mas proyectos que otros...

Dedicated Carpet Installers Needed - Top Pay, Steady Work

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 11 hours ago

CALL US at...OR apply on our website: High Pay Free Supplies* More projects than others Licensed subcontractors only Llamenos al... Pago alto Materiales Y utiles Gratis* Mas proyectos que otros...

Dedicated Carpet Installers Needed - Top Pay, Steady Work

  • Oakmont, PA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Oakmont, PA
  • 12 hours ago

CALL US at...OR apply on our website: High Pay Free Supplies* More projects than others Licensed subcontractors only Llamenos al... Pago alto Materiales Y utiles Gratis* Mas proyectos que otros...

Flooring & Carpet Installer

  • Deptford, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Deptford, NJ
  • 1 day ago

We are searching for an experienced flooring mechanic in all fields of flooring installations. We service hardwood, laminate, LVP, carpet, commercial flooring and concrete prep....

Carpet Installers

  • KY
  • 1 day ago
  • KY
  • 1 day ago

Steady Work for Carpet Installer or Carpet Crew Steady Work Paid Weekly Requirements: Tools Transportation Ability to Pick Up Materials On Time Professional Appearance Quality Work...

Looking To Hire Carpet Installer And Sand/Finsh! 831

  • Monterey, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Monterey, CA
  • 1 day ago

ALSO LOOKING FOR EPOXY INSTALLER HARDWOOD REFINISHER CARPET BINDER OR EXPERT CARPET INSTALLER YOU MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE IN FLOORING....

In-House Carpet Installer

  • Butler, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Butler, WI
  • 1 day ago

Supervisory Responsibility: This position will report to the Lead, Senior Carpet Installer Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: We prefer candidates with experience in carpet installation or carpentry...

Experienced Carpet Installers

  • Orlando, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 1 day ago

New building. 3 rooms all empty. 90 yards of carpet. Call ... and wait for the tone and leave your name and telephone number.

Carpet installers needed - 2,000 sign on bonus

  • Lexington, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 3 days ago

CARPET INSTALLERS NEEDED in Lexington KY Experienced carpet installers and carpet crews needed for immediate contract work! ITIN are accepted in place of socials We have a big opportunity!!!...

CARPET Installers Wanted- Reliable Work, Consistent Pay

  • Homestead, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Homestead, PA
  • 4 days ago

Subcontractor CARPET Installers Needed (Weekly Pay) We are NOT hiring employees this is a 1099 subcontractor opportunity for CARPET INSTALLERS ONLY....

Looking for Vinyl Plank, Tile & Carpet Installers

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago

Looking for skilled and experienced vinyl plank, Tile & Carpet installers in the Houston TX area. Single Family Homes new construction....

Carpet Installer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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How to Install Carpet Tile and Vinyl Planking
in this video you will be learning the basics as well as in-depth detail on laying carpet squares and vinyl planking. These are two of the most popular flooring options that contractors are...
Basics of Carpet Cleaning
The process of carpet cleaning removes stains, grime and allergens from indoor carpets to improve their appearance and boost the health of those who walk on them. We begin this course by...
Installing Unix
Unix is a modular operating system that can be deployed on a local computer, mainframe or as a virtual machine on the cloud. In this course, you will begin by choosing the Unix deployment options...

Salary for Carpet Installer Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Carpet Installers offer the following education background
High School or GED
49.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.4%
Bachelor's Degree
11.2%
Associate's Degree
10.5%
Some College
5.0%
Some High School
3.5%
Master's Degree
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Carpet Installers
4-6 years
23.8%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
21.3%
Less than 1 year
19.0%
None
12.5%


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