Pick a clean, single-column template that highlights your hands-on work and job history. Use reverse-chronological order so your most recent scraping and floor prep work appears first.
Keep length to one page if you have under 10 years of floor scraping experience. Use two pages only if you have long, relevant work history or certifications tied to large projects.
Use ATS-friendly fonts like Calibri or Arial and set body text to 10–12pt and headers to 14–16pt. Keep line spacing at 1.0–1.15 and leave clear margins so the page breathes.
Use standard headings: Contact, Summary, Work Experience, Skills, Certifications, and Tools. Put job title, employer, location, and dates on one line to save space and help parsing.
Avoid complex columns, photos, and heavy graphics. Those elements can break ATS parsing and distract the reader.
List achievements with short bullet points. Start bullets with action verbs and add numbers when you can, like square feet removed per day.
Common mistakes include inconsistent date formats, crowded text with tiny margins, and too many fonts. Keep one or two fonts and consistent spacing across sections.
For Floor Scraper roles, emphasize tool names, safety training, and measurable output. Show certifications like OSHA or lead-safe practices clearly near the top if you have them.