Resilient floor layer jobs in Finland
Resilient floor layers place prefabricated tiles or rolls of flooring materials such as linoleum, vinyl, rubber or cork to serve as floor covering.
Resilient floor layer – how much is the pay in Finland?
What the trade paid in 2024
| Median | 21.39 €/h |
|---|---|
| Bottom tenth | 15.82 €/h |
| Top tenth | 30.94 €/h |
| Employees | 1,577 |
Pay by sex, 2024
| Sex | Median | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| Women | 18.78 €/h | 179 |
| Men | 21.75 €/h | 1,398 |
Resilient floor layer - Which skills are essential?
Lay out the floor plan of the area to be covered on a suitable medium, such as strong paper. Follow any shapes, nooks and crannies of the floor.
Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.
Apply a suitable adhesive to a floor or underlay to keep a floor covering, such as carpet or linoleum, in place. Spread the adhesive evenly and wait the appropriate time for the adhesive to get tacky, but not dry out before laying the covering.
Bring construction materials, tools and equipment to the construction site and store them properly taking various aspects into account such as the workers' safety and protection from deterioration.
Check construction supplies for damage, moisture, loss or other problems before using the material.
Lay laminate floor planks, usually with tongue-and-groove edges, on a prepared underlayment. Paste the planks in place if called for.
Make sure the floor is free of dust, protrusions, moisture and mould. Remove any traces of previous floor coverings.
Apply the relevant health and safety procedures in construction in order to prevent accidents, pollution and other risks.
Cut materials used for resilient floor covering such as vinyl, linoleum or cork with a sharp knife according to the cutting plan. Make straight cuts and avoid causing damage to the materials or surroundings.
Interpret and understand plans and drawings in manufacturing processes which include representations in three dimensions.
Use different measurement instruments depending on the property to be measured. Utilise various instruments to measure length, area, volume, speed, energy, force, and others.
Mix construction materials with water and other materials based on the appropriate recipe. Mix thoroughly to prevent lumps. Avoid contamination, which will adversely affect the properties of the mixture.
Interpret and understand plans and drawings in manufacturing processes which include representations in two dimensions.
Lay an underlayment or pad on the surface before placing the top surface covering in order to protect the carpet from damage and wear. Tape or staple the underlayment to the floor and attach the edges to each other to prevent intrusion of water or other contaminants.
Lay resilient flooring tiles on a prepared surface. Align the tiles along straight lines. Remove any protective backing and paste the tiles onto the surface.
Resilient floor layer - Which skills are useful but not essential?
Apply specialised membranes to prevent penetration of a structure by dampness or water. Securely seal any perforation to preserve the damp-proof or waterproof properties of the membrane. Make sure any membranes overlap top over bottom to prevent water from seeping in. Check the compatibility of multiple membranes used together.
Provide advice on and test a wide range of construction materials.
Make up prices and documents for the products that customers may purchase.
Use different types of drywall sanders, automatic or manual, handheld or on an extension, to sand surfaces to a smooth finish or to rough them up for better adhesion.
Evaluate how much stock is used and determine what should be ordered.
Work as part of a team in a construction project. Communicate efficiently, sharing information with team members and reporting to supervisors. Follow instructions and adapt to changes in a flexible manner.
Take measurements on site and estimate the amount of materials required for the construction or restoration project.
Use a suitable sealer to seal a floor, preventing damage from fluids and other spills.
Place insulation material, often shaped into rolls, in order to insulate a structure from thermical or acoustic influences and to prevent fire. Attach the material using face staples, inset staples, or rely on friction to keep the material in place.
Take the necessary precautions for storing, using and disposing chemical products.
Install a variety of metal or plastic profiles used to attach materials to each other or to structural elements. Cut them to size if called for.
File and organise personal administration documents comprehensively.
Order required materials for the construction project, taking care to purchase the most suitable material for a good price.
Receive incoming construction supplies, handle the transaction and enter the supplies into any internal administration system.
Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.
Demonstrate how to use a product in a correct and safe manner, provide customers with information on the product's main features and benefits, explain operation, correct use and maintenance. Persuade potential customers to purchase items.
Operate various machinery and equipment to cut wood in different sizes and shapes.