Company description
Michael Heavin Carpets and Furniture is a retail company based out of, Dublin Rd, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, Ireland.
We specialise in Carpets and all Flooring needs along with Furniture
Job description
We are looking for a hard-working Trainee Carpet Fitter/Labourer for a Full-Time position. The position will have multiple responsibilities, Including learning the required carpet fitting skills and been a general labourer. You will be trained on a daily basis how to correctly fit domestic carpets, vinyl and contract carpets. This role requires a person that is hard working, willing to learn and can multitask on a daily basis.
Michael Heavin Carpets & Furniture is a family owned and run business which has served the midlands for over 35 years. With long standing roots in Athlone and the local community we have a loyal customer base which has made our business a success throughout the years. We specialise in flooring as well and providing a wide range of furniture and home furnishings.
Role & Responsibilities:
- Learning required skills to fit Carpet and Vinyl flooring
- Following instructions received from senior fitters
- Learning how to use correct equipment and materials
- Measuring of flooring areas for required material
- Cutting flooring in store for relevant daily jobs
- Loading/unloading vans on a daily basis
- Moving materials into homes/buildings
- Learning necessary information on all materials
- Driving to and from job sites
- Communication with management on training progress
What we are looking for:
- Hard working and willingness to learn
- Ability to take on all relevant information
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work with heavy materials on a daily basis
- Competent math skills for estimating job requirements
- Professional customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Experience working in a trade/labourer role (Preferred but not essential)
- Full B Driving License (Essential)
Place of Work:
- Location: Athlone
- Days: 5 Days a week
- Working hours: 9 am - 5:15pm
- Contract: Full-time Permanent
- Competitive salary Depending on Experience
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
Experience:
- labourer: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Clean Full License (required)
Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
