Tile Installer/Setter -Evergreen

Overview

Responsibilities

Tile Setter, also known as a tile and stone setter, installs tiles and stones on walls, floors, and countertops, preparing surfaces, cutting tiles, applying adhesives, and grouting to create durable and aesthetically pleasing finishes. 

Key Responsibilities:

Preparation: Clean, level, and prepare surfaces for tile installation. 

Measurement and Cutting: Measure and cut tiles to fit around obstacles and into odd spaces using tools like tape measures, chalk lines, and tile cutters. 

Adhesive Application: Apply adhesives to surfaces and lay tiles in a pattern. 

Tile Setting: Align tiles and straighten them with straightedges, levels, and squares. 

Grouting: Grout tiles and clean surfaces to remove excess grout and adhesive. 

Inspection and Repair: Inspect and repair tiles as needed. 

Communication: Communicate with clients to understand their needs and preferences. 

Materials: Install various types of tiles such as ceramic, porcelain, marble, and granite. 

Tools: Use tools like grout saws, trowels, and leveler

Qualifications & Experience

• A tile setter's primary role is to install designs using tiles that are cut and shaped to fit different areas in buildings. They manage everything from the preparation of the surface to applying grout. Tile setters play an integral role in completing the look and feel of a building, whether it's a residential, commercial, or public space. Below is a list of typical responsibilities for a tile setter:
• Measuring and marking surfaces
• Tile setters begin their job by measuring the surface area that needs to be tiled. They use precise marking tools to ensure that tiles will be symmetrically aligned and fit perfectly on the surface.
• Cutting and shaping tiles
• Using specialized tools, tile setters cut tiles according to the measurements they've taken. The tile needs to be sized precisely to fit corners, electrical outlets, and plumbing fixtures.
• Laying tiles
• After cutting the tiles to shape, the tile setter builds underbeds and installs anchor bolts and brackets before mixing, applying, and spreading the necessary materials and adhesives. They set the tiles in position and apply pressure to affix them to the base. This requires precision and attention to detail.
• Sealing and cleaning
• With the tiles securely in position, tile setters pack grout into the joints between tiles to ensure water or other debris doesn't enter the gap. In some applications, they may seal the tiles to protect against water and other damage. The final step is cleaning the finished surface for a polished appearance.
• he hourly range for this position is $27-32/hour. This range is a good-faith estimate based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, training, geographic location and other considerations permitted by law. An employee’s pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis unless a deadline is otherwise stated.
• In addition to monetary compensation, we offer a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D, short-term disability, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity. More information can be found by visiting flimp.live/TrueBlueAssociates. Other compensations include referral bonuses opportunities. Learn more at https://skilled.peopleready.com/referral/.
• PeopleReady Skilled Trades is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.
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