About this role
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Work site environment: Odours. Dusty. Work setting: Commercial. Residential. 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. Supervise other workers. Lay and set mosaic tiles to create decorative wall, mural and floor designs. Build underbeds and install anchor bolts, wires and brackets. Estimate costs and materials. Install tile strips. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Physically demanding. Handling heavy loads. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Ability to distinguish between colours. Attention to detail. Hand-eye co-ordination. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Reliability. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Employment terms options: Morning. Day. Overtime required. Support for youths: Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.