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O*NET-SOC 47-2041.00

Carpet Installers

Lay and install carpet from rolls or blocks on floors. Install padding and trim flooring materials.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3
  1. Inspect the surface to be covered to determine its condition, and correct any imperfections that might show through carpet or cause carpet to wear unevenly.Core2835
  2. Roll out, measure, mark, and cut carpeting to size with a carpet knife, following floor sketches and allowing extra carpet for final fitting.Core2836
  3. Join edges of carpet and seam edges where necessary, by sewing or by using tape with glue and heated carpet iron.Core2833
  4. Cut and trim carpet to fit along wall edges, openings, and projections, finishing the edges with a wall trimmer.Core2834
  5. Plan the layout of the carpet, allowing for expected traffic patterns and placing seams for best appearance and longest wear.Core2837
  6. Stretch carpet to align with walls and ensure a smooth surface, and press carpet in place over tack strips or use staples, tape, tacks or glue to hold carpet in place.Core2838
  7. Take measurements and study floor sketches to calculate the area to be carpeted and the amount of material needed.Core2839
  8. Install carpet on some floors using adhesive, following prescribed method.Core2841
  9. Clean up before and after installation, including vacuuming carpet and discarding remnant pieces.Core20142
  10. Measure, cut and install tackless strips along the baseboard or wall.Core2844
  11. Nail tack strips around area to be carpeted or use old strips to attach edges of new carpet.Core2842
  12. Cut carpet padding to size and install padding, following prescribed method.Core2840
  13. Fasten metal treads across door openings or where carpet meets flooring to hold carpet in place.Core2843
  14. Draw building diagrams and record dimensions.Core2845
  15. Move furniture from area to be carpeted and remove old carpet and padding.Core2846
  16. Cut and bind material.Core2847

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 15 examples in 7 categories, 4 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Computer aided design CAD software

  • Autodesk AutoCADHot Technology

Data base user interface and query software

  • Aya Associates Comp-U-Floor
  • Carpet Dealer Management System CDMS
  • Flooring Technologies QFloors
  • Focus Floor Covering Software
  • Textile Management Systems RollMaster

Project management software

  • eTakeoff
  • FIRST Flooring
  • FloorCOST Estimator for Excel
  • Measure Square FloorEstimate Pro
  • Pacific Solutions FloorRight

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Office suite software

  • Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology

Word processing software

  • Microsoft WordHot Technology

Calendar and scheduling software

  • RFMS Schedule Pro

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Getting Information

  • Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

  • Inspect work sites to determine condition or necessary repairs.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

  • Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Measure work site dimensions.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

  • Estimate materials requirements for projects.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Thinking Creatively

  • Create construction or installation diagrams.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

  • Plan layout of construction, installation, or repairs.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Performing General Physical Activities

  • Clean work sites.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Remove worn, damaged or outdated materials from work areas.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Prepare surfaces for finishing.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Handling and Moving Objects

  • Install carpet or flooring.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Mark reference points on construction materials.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Cut carpet, vinyl or other flexible materials.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Smooth surfaces with abrasive materials or tools.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 14
Distinct tools0
Level mix
  • No tools yet

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.