Flooring Jobs in Nashville, TN

Looking for a career as a flooring installer? At Buddy Allen Carpet One Floor & Home, we are always interested in adding talented individuals to our team. We believe in cultivating the next generation of industry experts. Whether you are newer to the business or a seasoned veteran, our mission is to help you build the skills and access the resources you need to advance your craftsmanship.

 

That’s why we offer comprehensive training and certification tools to our employees and partner with the World Floor Covering Association so you have access to scholarship funds. If you’re interested in breaking into the floor covering world, we encourage you to visit the Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF), which offers great opportunities to launch your career. You can also apply for the FCEF scholarship to help fund your goals. 

 

About Working For Us

 

Originally opened in 1962, we are a locally owned and operated floor and home store in Nashville. We are also a member of the Carpet One cooperative, one of the largest flooring co-ops in the world. Our co-op allows us to be an independently owned business while also competing with big box stores that monopolize the market. We have more buying power through the co-op, which means we can offer lower flooring prices and better warranties than many other small businesses. Learn more about Carpet One, how we train and give career guidance to our installers, our pay and benefits, and other information about working in the industry. 

 

Our Current Job Openings

 

We always encourage interested job seekers to fill out an application and drop it off at our showroom. You can read our flooring installer job description below and find our job application online.

 

Flooring Installer Job Description

 

The job of an installer is to install the flooring products for customers.  The installer plays an important role in the customer service experience and quality of the product.  The installer reports directly to the installation manager or sales manager and works with the sales professional at the store.  The installer also supervises the installation assistant and other helpers on the job.

 

Summary of Responsibilities

 

Under the supervision of the installation manager or sales manager, the installer is primarily responsible for handling materials, installing Carpet One products, and following up on all job assignments.  This includes loading and unloading vehicles and completing all required paperwork.

 

• Maintain a level of professionalism while representing the Carpet One brand on the road and with the customers.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional workspace in the installer van and during the installation.
• Maintain a level of professional knowledge on Carpet One products and installation methods.
• Complete the job by installing the Carpet One product with attention to detail.
• Fill-out and process appropriate paperwork before and after the installation
• Communicate with the salesperson at the store if any issues occur during the installation to avoid addressing problems with the customer directly.
• Demonstrate punctuality and time management by arriving to the job site on time.
• Communicate effectively with the customer to ensure a successful installation.
• Meet all core standards as defined in the Core Standard Catalog for Carpet One.

 

Expectations and Qualifications

 

In order to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty at a satisfactory level. This job may also require you to drive between multiple locations including, but not limited to, installation and customer sites.  The installer will be expected to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the business, standards, installation procedures, and products of Carpet One. Installers are expected to perform according to the following expectations in order to successfully carry-out their assigned job responsibilities. 

 

• Interpersonal Skills
• Productive Work Habits
• Mechanical Aptitude

 

 

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education and Experience:

 

• High school diploma, or equivalent, is required.
• At least one year of installation experience is encouraged.

 

Mathematical Skills:

 

• Understand and effectively communicate numerical data.
• Calculate and understand simple figures and amounts.

 

Technical Skills:

 

• Ability to operate a truck or van.
• Ability to push, pull and lift materials weighing up to 70 pounds.

 

Behavioral Skills:

 

• Demonstrated proficiency in planning, organization, and communication skills.
• Manage emotions in order to maintain relationships and generate results.
• Work effectively in teams while motivating employees.
• Leverage the synergy of people working together.
• Display a high level of energy and a positive attitude.