HARDWOOD FLOORING SANDING & FINISHING TECHNICIAN / INSTALLER

Position:

Hardwood Flooring Sanding & Finishing Technician /

Installer Employment Type:

Full-Time Pay:

$25.00-$35.00 per hour , based on experience and skill level

Additional Compensation:

Performance-based bonuses available

Company:

Classic Flooring Solutions

POSITION SUMMARY

Classic Flooring Solutions is seeking an experienced Hardwood Flooring Sanding & Finishing Technician / Installer to join our professional flooring team. We are looking for a true hardwood flooring craftsman who takes pride in his or her work and understands that quality flooring is more than simply operating a sander or installing boards. The right candidate will have strong technical skills, attention to detail, good judgment, and the ability to complete projects to a high professional standard with minimal supervision. This position is ideal for an experienced flooring professional who wants to work for a company that values craftsmanship, reliability, professionalism, and quality workmanship . Our projects include residential and high-end custom work, hardwood installation, sanding and finishing, repairs, specialty layouts, stairs, borders, herringbone, and other detailed flooring applications. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESHardwood Floor Sanding & Refinishing Operate professional hardwood flooring sanding equipment safely and effectively. Perform complete sanding and refinishing processes from start to finish. Properly prepare floors for staining, sealing, and finishing. Identify and address scratches, gouges, cupping, crowning, uneven areas, and other flooring imperfections. Perform edging, detail sanding, screening, buffing, and final preparation. Maintain consistent sanding patterns and produce a smooth, professional finished surface. Properly apply stains, sealers, finishes, and coatings according to manufacturer specifications. Recognize wood species and understand how different woods react to sanding, staining, and finishing. Perform repairs and blend existing flooring into new or repaired areas when possible. Maintain clean, organized, and professional jobsites throughout the project. Hardwood Flooring Installation Install solid and engineered hardwood flooring using appropriate installation methods. Perform nail-down, glue-down, and other approved installation techniques. Install standard and specialty flooring patterns, including: Straight lay Random-width flooring Herringbone Chevron Borders Inlays Custom patterns Properly layout flooring before installation. Identify and account for transitions, doorways, cabinets, fireplaces, stairs, vents, and other obstacles. Perform accurate cuts and detailed fitting. Install reducers, thresholds, transitions, base shoe, quarter round, and other finish materials. Inspect completed installations for quality and address deficiencies before leaving the jobsite. Jobsite & Customer Responsibilities Protect walls, cabinets, furniture, finished surfaces, and other areas of the customer's property. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment. Communicate professionally with homeowners, builders, general contractors, and other trades. site conditions, potential problems, material shortages, or changes in scope to management. Follow company procedures for job documentation, photographs, material handling, and completion. Represent Classic Flooring Solutions professionally at all times.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate is a career flooring professional , not someone simply looking for a job. You should be able to look at a hardwood floor and understand: What the floor needs before you begin. How the floor should be sanded. What problems may exist underneath the finish. How different wood species will react. How to achieve proper stain and finish results. How to identify installation problems before they become expensive repairs. How to produce a finished product that you are proud to put your name on. Required Qualifications Proven professional experience in hardwood flooring installation, sanding, and finishing. Strong understanding of hardwood flooring installation methods. Experience operating professional sanding equipment. Ability to perform detail work and repairs. Ability to read and follow installation and finishing specifications. Strong attention to detail. Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in the field. Reliable transportation and ability to travel to job sites. Ability to safely lift and move flooring materials and equipment. Valid driver's license preferred/required based on company policy. Ability to work professionally around customers and other contractors.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Candidates with experience in the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: Hardwood sanding and refinishing Oil-based and water-based finishes Staining and color matching Hardwood repairs Solid hardwood installation Engineered hardwood installation Herringbone installation Chevron installation Borders and inlays Custom hardwood patterns Stair installation and refinishing Floor transitions Commercial and high-end residential flooring Troubleshooting difficult flooring conditions

COMPENSATION

$25.00-$35.00 PER HOUR Compensation will be based on demonstrated experience, craftsmanship, technical ability, productivity, reliability, and ability to work independently. Experienced craftsmen who can independently manage sanding, finishing, installation, repairs, and specialty flooring work can qualify for the top end of the pay range.

PERFORMANCE BONUSES

Additional performance-based bonuses are available. Bonuses may be based on factors including: Quality of completed work Productivity and efficiency Job profitability Customer satisfaction Reliability and attendance Proper care of company equipment Maintaining clean and organized jobsites Ability to complete projects with minimal supervision Successful completion of specialty or difficult projects Positive customer and builder feedback Our goal is to reward employees who consistently produce excellent work and contribute to the success of the company.

PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS

At Classic Flooring Solutions, craftsmanship matters. We expect our flooring professionals to: Do it right the first time. Take ownership of their work. Protect the customer's property. Keep the jobsite clean. Show up prepared and on time. Communicate when there is a problem. Treat customers, coworkers, and other trades with respect. Never hide a mistake—identify it, communicate it, and help fix it. The person we hire will be trusted with our customers, our reputation, our equipment, and our finished product.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

This position offers the opportunity for an experienced flooring professional to grow with a company that performs quality hardwood flooring work. Employees who demonstrate exceptional craftsmanship, leadership, reliability, and technical knowledge may have opportunities for increased compensation, additional responsibilities, crew leadership, training, and advancement within the company.

WHO SHOULD APPLY

Apply if you are a professional hardwood flooring craftsman who takes pride in your work. We are especially interested in candidates who can walk onto a jobsite, evaluate the flooring conditions, develop a plan, perform the work correctly, recognize problems before they become failures, and deliver a finished floor that meets a high professional standard. If you are looking for a company that values quality over shortcuts and craftsmanship over simply getting the job done , we would like to hear from you.

Compensation:

$25.00-$35.00/hour + performance bonuses

Experience:

Professional hardwood flooring experience required.

Pay:

$25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Referral program Relocation assistance Tools provided

Work Location:

In person