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
Prepare tenders and quotations
Cut and fit tiles around obstacles and openings using hand and power cutting tools
Instruct apprentices
Pack grout into joints between tiles and remove excess grout
Remove and replace cracked or damaged tiles
Supervise other workers
Build underbeds and install anchor bolts, wires and brackets
Cut, surface, polish and install marble and granite
Estimate costs and materials
Mix, lay and polish terra surfaces
Supervision
1 to 2 people
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Physically demanding
Attention to detail
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years