🔧 Skilled Trades
↑ 6% growth · Faster than average
Terrazzo Worker / Floor Installer
Terrazzo workers install decorative flooring made from marble, granite, quartz, and glass chips set in cement or epoxy — found in airports, schools, hospitals, and luxury buildings. It's a specialized craft that commands premium wages and offers steady work on high-end commercial and institutional projects.
$52,470
Median Salary
10K
US Jobs
4 years
Training
$0 (earn while you learn)
Typical Cost
💰 Salary & Earning Potential
Salary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Figures represent national averages — local wages vary by state, city, and employer.
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📈 Job Outlook
6%
Projected Growth (10yr)
Faster than average
10K
Total US Jobs
Active positions nationwide
NTMA Apprenticeship
Required Credential
NTMA Apprenticeship (4 years)
🎓 Training & Education
Typical Program
Union Apprenticeship
Program Length
4 years
Typical Tuition
$0 (earn while you learn)
Work Setting
Airports, schools, hospitals, government buildings, luxury commercial spaces
🏆 Credential Required: NTMA Apprenticeship (4 years)
☀️ Day in the Life
A typical day as a Terrazzo Worker / Floor Installer involves working closely with clients and colleagues in a Airports environment. You'll apply your training daily while building expertise and advancing your career.
⚖️ Pros & Cons
Advantages
- ✅ Strong job security
- ✅ Rewarding work
- ✅ Clear career progression
- ✅ Growing demand
Challenges
- ⚠️ Can be physically demanding
- ⚠️ May require ongoing certification
- ⚠️ Entry-level wages vary by region
🗺️ Terrazzo Worker / Floor Installer by State
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