What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hardwood Floor Specialist Apprentice position at Witkum Hardwood Flooring?
Job Summary
This is your opportunity to join an experienced and highly renowned team in the hardwood flooring industry! We are seeking an inquisitive and detail-oriented Hardwood Floor Specialist Apprentice to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, refinishing, repairing, and staining high-quality hardwood flooring across various residential and commercial projects. This position Requires No Experience; we will teach you everything from the very basics to the most advanced techniques. There is no school for hardwood flooring, so this is your chance to learn a specialized skillset in an in-demand and growing industry! We pride ourselves in producing the absolute highest quality product each and every day and you will be expected to do the same.
Responsibilities
- Install, repair, refinish, stain, and coat hardwood flooring using manual hand tools as well as power tools to ensure flawless finishes.
- Use a variety of equipment including, but not limited to, table saws, skill saws, chop saws, drum sanders, nail guns, cleat nailers, oscillating tools, edgers, and other sanding tools.
- Clearly communicating with customers and being able to answer any questions they may have regarding their floors.
- Willingness to learn every day and take instructions/corrections well.
- Constantly practicing safety by utilizing your provided PPE.
- Lifting wood bundles or heavy machinery over long distances or while ascending stairs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to read a tape measure.
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
- Have good vision either naturally or with corrective lenses/contact lenses.
- Have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to and from work.
- Cannot smoke cigarettes.
- Must bring a lunch daily.
Important Note
- Employees at Witkum Hardwood Flooring are paid a salary rather than an hourly rate but are still entitled to overtime pay. Employees sometimes work less than 40 hours a week but still receive their base salary pay.
- You will receive regular pay raises in accordance with your skill progression.
If you're looking to learn an in-demand skill, have a great work/life balance, and have a job where your compensation grows as you learn, we'd love to have you at Witkum Hardwood Flooring!
Pay: From $800.00 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tools provided
Work Location: In person
Salary : $800