Floorboard worker
ゆかいたこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Floorboard workers are specialists who apply wooden flooring materials or flooring to the floors of residential or commercial buildings and finish them smoothly.
Description
Floorboard workers are professionals who install wooden flooring materials (solid wood, plywood, flooring, etc.) on floors in homes or stores. They measure the floor dimensions on-site, cut and process the flooring materials, then secure them with adhesive application or nailing, and finish smoothly with leveling and sanding operations. They also perform subfloor adjustments considering soundproofing and insulation performance, as well as protective and finish coating. They are required to pay attention to safety and health, and possess the skills and experience to properly manage tools and materials.
Future Outlook
Demand for new housing and renovations remains stable, and with growing attention to wood-based interiors, the succession of skilled craftsmen techniques and adaptation to new materials are future challenges.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Meticulous / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Craftsman / Regular employee at construction company / Self-employed freelancer
Career Path
Apprentice craftsman → Independent contractor → Workshop exclusive craftsman → Site manager
Required Skills
Dimensional measurement / Fixing techniques / Flooring material processing / Leveling techniques / Sanding finishing techniques
Recommended Skills
Communication skills / Safety and health management / Tool maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in width and height affect the finish. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged standing and frequent handling of heavy materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly required as work follows prescribed procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Organic Solvent Work Supervisor
- Second-Class Architectural Carpenter Technician
Aliases
- Flooring craftsman
- Flooring worker
Related Jobs
- Carpenter
- Furniture craftsman
- Woodworker