tilesetter
About the role
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work setting: Various locations. Tasks: Prepare, measure and mark surfaces to be covered. Mix, apply and spread mortar, cement, mastic, glue or other adhesives using hand trowel. Prepare rough plans and sketches. Set tiles in place and apply pressure to affix them to base. Align and straighten tiles. Cut and fit tiles around obstacles and openings using hand and power cutting tools. Pack grout into joints between tiles and remove excess grout. Remove and replace cracked or damaged tiles. Supervise other workers. Cut, surface, polish and install marble and granite. Install tile strips. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Physically demanding. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Ability to distinguish between colours. Attention to detail. Hand-eye co-ordination. Personal suitability: Accurate. Dependability. Judgement. Team player. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: To be determined.