What will you do?
You set up the site, prepare the work, place insulation material and prepare the execution of the screed. You mix mortar and filler, pour and level the screed or the poured floor and finish the joints and seams neatly. You always follow the safety rules, because a good screed decides how well the whole floor turns out.
- Set up the site and prepare the work
- Place insulation material
- Prepare the execution of the screed
- Mix mortar and filler
- Pour and level the screed or poured floor
- Finish the joints and seams and clean up the site
Skills to develop
- Physical stamina for kneeling and manual floor work
- Accuracy to deliver a level, solid floor
- Knowledge of screed, mortar and poured floor materials
- A careful, thorough working attitude
Your foundation for this occupation
Read floor build-ups, levels and junction details. Screed forms the base for the final flooring and must suit that purpose.
From preparation to your first day
Develop the practical skills
Practise setting level points, spreading and striking off a training area. Learn the chosen screed type and compaction method.
Check your work
Check level, flatness and specified joints. Follow protection, access and testing arrangements before flooring installation.
How can you grow?
Specialise in special screeds, sloping layers or preparation and progress to crew coordination.
Frequently asked questions
Can flooring go straight onto new screed?
The substrate must first meet the flooring system requirements. Elapsed time alone does not establish moisture condition or readiness.