Carpet Installer

About This Role

Join L&M Carpet One Floor and Home, Central Virginia's premier flooring company since 1969. We're seeking an experienced carpet installer for our Mechanicsville location. Check our customer reviews online - our team takes pride in representing a company with an outstanding reputation for quality and service.

What makes L&M different:

• 100% health insurance premium paid by company
• Company van provided - no wear on your personal vehicle
• All tools and equipment provided
• 55+ years of business stability and growth
• Team members with 40+ year tenure
• Award-winning customer service reputation
• Simple IRA with company matching
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Multiple health insurance options available

We invest in craftsmen who want to be part of our family for years to come. Our performance-based compensation system allows experienced installers to typically earn $50,000 to $75,000+ annually, with top performers exceeding $80,000.

Essential job functions:

• Install all types of carpet products including wall-to-wall carpet and stair runners
• Complete projects from demolition through final trim work
• Prepare subfloors and ensure proper installation foundation
• Represent company reputation through professional customer interaction
• Work with customers who trust the L&M name and reputation
• Maintain quality standards that consistently earn positive reviews
• Communicate project status with installation manager
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development
• Maintain company van, tools, and work environment
• Problem-solve field challenges to ensure timely project completion
• Handle residential remodels, new construction, and commercial projects

Required qualifications:

• 2+ years carpet installation experience preferred, or 3+ years general flooring experience
• Valid driver's license required
• Ability to safely operate carpet installation tools
• Knowledge of general construction principles
• Ability to read layouts and blueprints
• Strong time management skills for project deadlines
• Professional appearance and customer service skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment
• Pass background check and drug screening
• Provide reliable work references

• Lift up to 50 pounds regularly
• Work on knees for extended periods
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail

Bonus qualifications:

• Stair installation experience
• Commercial carpet experience
• Customer service background
• Construction trade certifications
• Ability to mentor apprentice installers
• Experience with specialty carpet products

Complete compensation and benefits package:

• Performance-based piece work compensation system
• Experienced installers typically earn $50,000 to $75,000+ annually
• Top performers can exceed $80,000+ annually
• 100% health insurance premium coverage paid by company
• Multiple health insurance packages available
• Dental insurance available
• Simple IRA retirement plan with company matching
• Paid vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Company van provided for work use
• All tools and equipment provided by company
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• Family-owned business since 1969
• Outstanding customer reviews and community reputation
• Award-winning customer service record
• Stable, growing company with excellent reputation
• Member of largest floor-covering cooperative in the world
• Long-term team members demonstrate job satisfaction and stability

Founded in 1969, L&M Carpet One has grown to be one of the largest, privately-owned new construction, commercial and residential floor-covering, ceiling and bathroom remodel companies in central Virginia. Possessing vast experience, award-winning customer service, technical expertise, a membership in the largest floor-covering cooperative in the world, and quality installations, their company continues to year after year.