Work setting

• Commercial
• Residential
• Construction

Tasks

• Prepare, measure and mark surfaces to be covered
• Mix, apply and spread mortar, cement, mastic, glue or other adhesives using hand trowel
• Set tiles in place and apply pressure to affix them to base
• Align and straighten tiles
• Prepare tenders and quotations
• 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
• Lay and set mosaic tiles to create decorative wall, mural and floor designs
• Cut, surface, polish and install marble and granite
• Estimate costs and materials
• Mix, lay and polish terra surfaces
• Select appropriate paint or mix paints

Supervision

• 3-4 people
• Tilesetters
• Painters and decorators

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Tilesetter Trade Certification
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Equipment and machinery experience

• Roller painting

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Attention to detail

Own tools / equipment

• Tools
• Safety equipment / gear
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication

Screening questions

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Financial benefits

• Mileage paid

Other benefits

• Learning / training paid by employer