Tile Setter

Position Summary

In this position, you will get to set tiles of various materials in patterns ranging from basic to complex in rooms such as kitchens and bathrooms. Through on-the-job training, you will work with our experienced tile setters to learn the ins and outs of the trade and how to properly lay tiles in many different applications. You will also have the opportunity to work with our valued customers and utilize your outstanding customer service abilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

· Cut tiles and shape them properly to ensure they fit around obstacles and in tight corners and odd spaces using power and hand tools

· Form tile beds using concrete, plaster, mastic, cement, glue or mortar utilizing tools such as screeds, brushes and trowels

· Align tiles and straighten them with straightedges, levels and squares to ensure patterns are even and precise

· Cut, install, polish and surface granite and marble and ensure accuracy during the installation process for lasting results

· Prepare various surfaces for tiling with waterproofing material or lath and by cleaning the surfaces properly

· Create decorative wall and floor designs by laying and setting mosaic tiles in kitchens bathrooms and living rooms

· Tap tiles into place carefully using tools to properly adhere tiles to the base, making sure not to break or damage tiles

· Follow blueprints precisely and mark and measure surfaces that need to be tiled to determine how to go about jobs

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Degree Level Required: High School

· 1 to 2 years experience setting tile

· Be able to read a tape measurer to the 32nd of a inch

· Be able to use tools necessary to cut and shape tile

· Be able to follow instructions, verbal and written, from supervisors, engineers, and others involved in the process.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

· Willingness to complete on-the-job training

· Ability to lift heavy materials and equipment

· Outstanding attention to detail

· Excellent customer service skills

· Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs.

· Must be able to spend a considerable amount of time crouching, or in a similar position, in order to complete work.

· Must be able to work in close quarter and tight spaces.