- Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
Work setting
CommercialResidential
Tasks
Prepare, measure and mark surfaces to be coveredMix, apply and spread mortar, cement, mastic, glue or other adhesives using hand trowelPrepare rough plans and sketchesSet tiles in place and apply pressure to affix them to baseAlign and straighten tilesPrepare tenders and quotationsCut and fit tiles around obstacles and openings using hand and power cutting toolsRemove and replace cracked or damaged tilesLay and set mosaic tiles to create decorative wall, mural and floor designsCut, surface, polish and install marble and graniteEstimate costs and materialsMix, lay and polish terra surfacesInstall tile strips
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Physically demandingBending, crouching, kneelingAbility to distinguish between coloursAttention to detailHand-eye co-ordination
Own tools/equipment
Steel-toed safety bootsSafety glasses/goggles
Personal suitability
AccurateClient focusDependabilityReliabilityTeam player
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week