Job Description
The Tile Installer's primary responsibility will be the installation of custom tile in residential and commercial projects.
Responsibilities (specific job duties)
- You can measure, mark, clean, and level surfaces to be tiled (following project plans, blueprints, or numbered sequences).
- Remove old flooring and adhesive when needed.
- Mix thin set, mortar, adhesive, and grout
- Apply adhesives to form a bed for the tiles using brush, trowel, and/or screed; attach lath or waterproof paper or apply cement mortar coat onto a metal screen.
- Apply grouting, caulk, sealants, or other agents to installed surfaces, grouting between joints.
- Cutting and/or or shape tile or stone to specified sizes for installation, using power saws or tile cutters.
- Move or position materials - as required by the job specifications.
- Seek work order clarification from the Superintendent and can communicate effective daily progress to Field Superintendent, including continuous communications as necessary for scheduling purposes.
- Complete timecards accurately and on-time and attend meetings and training sessions as assigned by senior management.
- Work professionally with fellow employees, management, customers, and contractors.
- Utilize and maintain all tools and machines according to company policy.
- Transport materials, tools, and machines to installation sites when needed.
- Erect scaffolding and/or other installation structures when needed.
- Adhere to the company's policies and procedures as outlined in Employee Handbook, Company Safety and Health rules, OSHA regulations, and all other applicable federal and state regulations.
- Other tasks as instructed by management.
Requirements (qualifications)
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience of installing tiles (ceramic, marble, granite, etc.), laying out work, repairing and tile patching, preparing sub-surfaces, sealing surfaces, waterproofing, caulking, and grouting.
- Working knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the installation of tile, stone and granite.
- Ability to read technical drawings, math calculations (measuring, addition/subtraction, multiplication/division, ratios, percentages, dimensions, basic algebra, geometry, and their applications), oral and written instructions.
- Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with customers and coworkers.
- Ability to perform physical activities pertaining to the essential functions of the position: Requires considerable use of arms/legs and moving of the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, kneeling, carrying, and lifting 50-100lbs.
- Full-Time/Onsite
- Detail and task-oriented, dependable, and professional.
Conditions of Employment
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National and at least 18 years of age.
- Pass a drug screening, and background investigation.
Requirements (tools)
- Knee pads
- 25' tape measure
- Utility knife (razor knife)
- Grout float
- Margin Trowel
- Hammer
- Chisel: ¾" and ¼"
- Razor blade floor scrap
- Notch Trowels: ¼", 3/8", and ½"
- Point Trowel (Duck Bill Trowel)
- Cutting board - to cut up to 12x24" length
- Chalk line and Chalk box
- 2 ft level and 4 ft level
- Screw gun (Drill)
Rewards
- Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Prevailing Wage (determined by select government projects)
- Company paid Life Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- Voluntary Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, and other Supplemental Insurance options
- 401K Contribution Plan
- Free parking
Brekhus Companies
Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, For contractors,