tilesetter

Government of Canada; Richmond; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Richmond, Canada, seeks a skilled Tile Installer. The role involves preparing surfaces, aligning and installing tiles, and working on concrete structures. Candidates must have 2-3 years of relevant experience and be physically fit for demanding tasks. The job is strictly on-site with no remote options available.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience required.
• Ability to handle heavy loads is necessary.
• Must be physically fit for demanding work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, measure, and mark surfaces to be covered.
• Set and align tiles in place.
• Cut and fit tiles around obstacles using tools.
• Waterproof and restore surfaces.
• Repair and replace damaged tiles.

Skills

Tile installation

Measurement and marking

Use of hand and power tools

Concrete finishing

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Power cutting tools

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education: No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Dusty

Work setting

• Commercial
• Residential

Responsibilities

• Prepare, measure and mark surfaces to be covered
• Prepare rough plans and sketches
• Set tiles in place and apply pressure to affix them to base
• Align and straighten tiles
• 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
• Install tile strips
• Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages
• Waterproof, damp proof and restore surfaces
• Repair, resurface and replace worn or damaged sections of concrete structures
• Level top surface concrete according to grade and depth specification
• Install anchor bolts, steel plates, door sills and other fixtures
• Fill hollows and remove spots on freshly poured cement
• Apply hardening and sealing components to cure surfaces
• Impart desired finish to concrete surfaces using hand and power tools

Additional information

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Team player