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
