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A Floor Finisher installs floor coverings including carpets, linoleum, timber floors and tiles. You might take measurements to prepare quotes or work with building plans. Floor Finishers prepare surfaces and install flooring materials to fit. You’ll cut edges as required and may apply stains or other finishes.
Floor Finishers require strong technical skills and must be able to produce high quality work for clients. You’ll need good attention to detail and should be able to adapt your skills to suit a range of circumstances. Floor Finishers must be able to work as part of a team and communicate clearly with customers and colleagues.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Floor Finisher.
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A Certificate III in Flooring Technology is the qualification you need to get started in the flooring industry. You’ll be prepared for a range of careers including sander and polisher, floor finisher or carpet layer. This course provides general flooring skills but also allows you to specialise in an area of your choice such as timber, carpet or concrete. The Certificate III in Flooring Technology covers a range of topics such as using floor covering materials, handling hazardous substances and costing flooring materials. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover subjects including applying moisture barriers, reading and interpreting flooring documents and assessing installation sites. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates..
Average duration: 48 months.
In Australia, a full time Floor Finisher generally earns $960 per week ($49,920 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this field is expected to grow moderately in coming years. There are currently 7,500 people employed in this sector in Australia and many of them specialise as a Floor Finisher. Floor Finishers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Certificate IV in Flooring Technology is an ideal qualification if you’re planning to work as a Floor Finisher. This course covers a range of topics including using floor covering materials, handling hazardous substances and costing flooring materials. You’ll develop general flooring skills but will be able to specialise in using timber, concrete or carpet.
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Here are some potential career pathways within building. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Building
Builders Labourer
$960 weekly pay
Floor Finisher
General Labourer
Plasterer
$1,050 weekly pay
Stonemason
Wall and Ceiling Installer
$1,250 weekly pay
Wall and Floor Tiler
Waterproofer
$1,150 weekly pay
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