Todd DeMersman
Rochester
Summary
Skilled flooring mechanic with a focus on installation techniques, surface preparation, and customer satisfaction. Committed to delivering high-quality results in residential and commercial projects.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Flooring mechanic
A-Team
Rochester
08.2025 - Current
- Installed flooring materials in residential and commercial settings, ensuring durability and aesthetic appeal.
- Prepared surfaces through cleaning, leveling, and repairing, optimizing conditions for successful installation.
- Operated trowels, cutters, and floor scrapers, enhancing efficiency in completing flooring tasks.
- Assisted in measuring and cutting flooring materials to ensure proper fit and alignment.
- Repaired squeaks in floors by locating joists or beams underneath the surface and securing them with screws or nails if necessary.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe and organized work environment.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and ensure personal protection on site.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding project specifications and timelines.
- Maintained tools by cleaning, inspecting, and performing basic repairs as necessary.
Granite Countertop Installer
Thruway Stone, Inc.
Farmington
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Installed countertops accurately per client specifications and design plans.
- Measured and cut materials for precise fitting, ensuring adherence to client specifications.
- Coordinated installation schedules with team members to optimize workflow.
- Operated power tools and equipment safely during installation processes.
- Maintained clean work areas, promoting safety and operational efficiency.
Flooring Mechanic
Roc City Commercial Flooring, LLC
Rochester
03.2022 - 07.2024
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning, leveling, and repairing prior to installation.
- Operated tools and equipment safely for cutting and fitting flooring materials.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working space at all times.
- Conducted final inspections to ensure quality and adherence to specifications.
- Ordered flooring materials and negotiated pricing to deliver accurate project estimates.
- Followed up with customers after completion of job to ensure satisfaction.
- Utilized specialized tools such as staplers, nail guns, glue guns for installing various kinds of flooring material.
- Measured and cut carpeting with a power knife according to specifications.
- Inspected and tested flooring systems to ensure adherence to standards.
- Replaced defective flooring material and inspected finished product for flaws.
- Removed existing floor coverings such as carpets, tile or wood floors using hand tools like chisels, hammers.
- Installed padded underlayer to reduce noise and installed floor covering and ensured there are no cracks.
- Determined layout requirements based on measurements taken from room dimensions and other factors like furniture placement.
- Applied adhesive to the back of tiles or linoleum sheets prior to installation.
- Installed, repaired and replaced different types of hardwood, laminate, vinyl and tile flooring materials.
- Repaired squeaks in floors by locating joists or beams underneath the surface and securing them with screws or nails if necessary.
- Grouted and sealed joints between tiles using appropriate tools and materials.
- Sanded subfloor surfaces in preparation for installation of new flooring material.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed during entire project duration including proper use of protective gear like masks, gloves.
- Worked with carpenters, carpet installers, architects, engineers and other workers to get appropriate job specs.
- Advised customers on selecting suitable flooring materials aligned with their budget and preferences.
- Provided detailed estimates for labor costs associated with each project.
- Coordinated with contractors to ensure projects were completed on schedule.
- Attended training sessions conducted by suppliers regarding latest product features and installation techniques.
- Worked closely with supervisors to ensure quality output was achieved within specified time frame.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Protected surfaces from avoidable damages by using correct forming, bracing, preparation, and finishing techniques.
- Cut flooring material to fit around obstructions using hand tools, dies and special equipment.
- Prepared base surfaces by removing debris, correcting imperfections and applying treatments.
- Applied waterproofing compounds and filled cracks with materials such as plaster, putty or grouting.
- Maintained inventory list of items used on job sites to provide reordering details.
- Formed smooth flooring foundations by installing plywood or Masonite over support structures.
- Employed different chemicals and tools to effectively repair damaged items, ensuring proper restoration.
- Prioritized tasks for each job after reading project blueprints and documents.
Education
Welding, Vinyl And Installation
Forbo Flooring Systems
09-2016
Flooring
Pergo Factory
North Carolina12-1999
West Irondequoit High School
Irondequoit, NYSkills
- Floor installation
- Surface preparation
- Measurement accuracy
- Tool operation
- Material repair
- Customer relationship management
- Installation techniques
Timeline
Flooring mechanic
A-Team
08.2025 - Current
Granite Countertop Installer
Thruway Stone, Inc.
05.2025 - 08.2025
Flooring Mechanic
Roc City Commercial Flooring, LLC
03.2022 - 07.2024
Welding, Vinyl And Installation
Forbo Flooring Systems
Flooring
Pergo Factory
West Irondequoit High School