What is a flooring installer?

A flooring installer is a contractor who specializes in installing or updating flooring in a building. In this career, your responsibilities include discussing the scope of the project with project leaders or with the clients. You work from blueprints and other technical designs, order materials, and organize the labor for the job. As a flooring installer, you work with a variety of materials, including wood, tile, laminate, marble, and vinyl. The main qualifications for this career include comfort with tools, both manual and power.