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Job Title: Experienced Floor Fitter (LVT, Carpets, Wood, Laminate) – St Albans Area

Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire (covering St Albans and surrounding areas)

Employment: Full-time (permanent) or subcontractor considered Start: ASAP Salary: Competitive, based on experience + vehicle allowance/van + overtime available

About the Role We’re looking for a skilled floor fitter to join our team, with strong all-round experience across domestic and light commercial projects. You’ll install a variety of floor coverings to a high standard, with a particular focus on Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT), including herringbone/parquet layouts.

Key Responsibilities

• Install LVT (glue-down and click), including herringbone and parquet patterns
• Fit carpets (stretch-fit, double-stick, stairs/landings, thresholds)
• Install solid/engineered wood and laminate, including underlay and trims
• Subfloor preparation: moisture testing, latex/compound screeding, levelling, ply boarding
• Accurate measuring, setting out, and cutting with excellent attention to detail
• Finishing to a high standard: trims, door bars, scotias, sealants
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and deliver outstanding customer service
• Travel across St Albans and nearby towns/villages as scheduled

Essential Skills and Experience

• Proven experience as a floor fitter (3+ years preferred)
• Strong competency with LVT, especially herringbone installations
• Confident with carpets, wood, and laminate
• Excellent hand tool skills and safe use of power tools
• Solid knowledge of subfloor prep, adhesives, and moisture control
• Ability to read plans, take accurate measurements, and work to tight tolerances
• Full UK driving licence and reliable transport

Desirable

• NVQ or equivalent in floorcovering installation
• CSCS card
• Experience in commercial settings and with stair nosings/feature borders
• Asbestos awareness and up-to-date H&S training

What We Offer

• Competitive pay with regular, local work
• Tools/PPE support and quality materials provided on site
• Professional, supportive team and well-planned schedules
• Opportunities for overtime and progression

Pay: £180.00-£220.00 per day

Work Location: In person