Career overview

Carpet Installers

O*NET-SOC 47-2041.00

Median pay / yr$49,850

OutlookBelow Average

Lay and install carpet from rolls or blocks on floors. Install padding and trim flooring materials.

What it takes

The skills, knowledge, and credentials employers look for in Carpet Installers.

CoordinationAdjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
MonitoringMonitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Critical ThinkingUsing logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
MathematicsUsing mathematics to solve problems.
Quality Control AnalysisConducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

Customer and Personal ServiceKnowledge 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.
MathematicsKnowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Administration and ManagementKnowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
English LanguageKnowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
Building and ConstructionKnowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.