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Flooring Installer EFZ

Install parquet, carpet and other floor coverings.

About this profession

Install parquet, carpet and other floor coverings. Over 3 years you learn this profession in a host company, at the vocational school and in inter-company courses. At the end you receive a nationally recognised Federal VET Diploma (EFZ).

Day-to-day responsibilities

  • ›Measure, cut, and install flooring
  • ›Prepare and level subfloors
  • ›Advise clients, create quotes
  • ›Perform repairs and maintenance

Skills you'll need

Manual dexterityCare and precisionProblem-solving skillsCustomer orientationSpatial reasoning

A typical week as an apprentice

Host company

3 days/week — you learn the trade hands-on alongside experienced professionals.

Vocational school

1–2 days/week — general education plus job-specific theory.

Inter-company courses (üK)

Several blocks per year — practise core techniques together with other apprentices.

Where you'll work

Workshops, construction sites, industrial production halls — often working outdoors and on customer sites.

Entry requirements

  • Completed compulsory school (Sek A or B, depending on profession). Strong school report in relevant subjects helps.
  • A 'Schnupperlehre' (1–5 day taster) is the best way to find out if the profession suits you.

What you earn at the end

Federal VET Diploma (EFZ) — a nationally recognised qualification that opens doors to higher VET (HF), the vocational baccalaureate (BM) and universities of applied sciences.

Apprentice wage

Typical monthly gross wage (CHF). Actual wages vary by sector and region.

Year 1

CHF 700 – 900/ Mt.

Year 2

CHF 950 – 1’200/ Mt.

Year 3

CHF 1’300 – 1’700/ Mt.

Future-readiness

Score 3/5
SolidSolid
Demand trend3/5
Adaptability3/5
Automation risk3/5

Our take

Good prospects due to constant renovation needs and the importance of tactile experiences. Adaptability to new materials and techniques is crucial.

Sources

Early contract endings in this field

Across Construction & Trades apprenticeships, roughly 25–35% of contracts are ended early, compared with about 23% nationally. Most of those apprentices continue their training elsewhere.

Further education & career

  • Federal Diploma of Higher Education (BP) Foreman/woman
  • Higher Technical College (HF) Technology
  • Vocational Baccalaureate, University of Applied Sciences
  • Specialization (e.g., parquet, design floors)

Learn more

Official sources and further information about this profession.