Floor Tiler

T.S.K BUILDER PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

T.S.K BUILDER PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking a skilled Floor Tiler to prepare floor surfaces and lay tiles on residential and commercial projects. The role demands precise measurement, careful craftsmanship, and knowledge of tiling materials and techniques.

The ideal candidate has proven tiling experience, ability to work with manual cutters, wet saws, and leveling systems, and a strong eye for alignment and finishing details.

Qualifications

• Experience as Floor Tiler or Tile Setter required.
• Proficient with tiling tools such as cutters, wet saws, spacers, trowels, and leveling systems.
• Able to lift heavy materials and work in physically demanding positions.
• Strong attention to alignment, leveling, and finishing quality.
• Basic math for area calculations and material estimation.
• High school diploma or equivalent; apprenticeship advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare floor surfaces, removing old tiles, debris, adhesives, and apply waterproofing when needed.
• Measure floor areas and plan layouts to minimize waste and ensure symmetry.
• Cut and shape tiles using hand tools, tile cutters, and power saws.
• Mix and apply mortar or adhesive, lay tiles, ensure level and alignment.
• Apply grout and sealants; finish surfaces and protect installation.
• Inspect completed work against quality standards and client expectations.

Skills

Floor tiler experience

Tile setting

Tile tools proficiency

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Basic math

Education

High school diploma

Trade certification (tiling/masonry)

Tools

Manual tile cutters

Wet saws

Spacers

Trowels

Leveling systems

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented

Floor Tiler

to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing floor surfaces and laying tiles across various residential and commercial projects. The ideal candidate possesses excellent craftsmanship, precise measurement skills, and a strong understanding of different tiling materials and techniques.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Surface Preparation: Clean, level, and prepare floor surfaces by removing old tiles, debris, and adhesives. Apply waterproofing membranes and underlayment where necessary.
• Layout & Measurement: Measure floor areas accurately and plan layouts to minimize waste and ensure a visually appealing, symmetrical finish.
• Material Cutting: Cut and shape tiles precisely using hand tools, tile cutters, and power saws to fit around edges, corners, and obstacles.
• Installation: Mix and apply mortar, cement, or adhesive glue using trowels. Lay and position tiles accurately, ensuring they are level and properly aligned.
• Grouting & Finishing: Apply grout between tiles, clean off excess material, and apply sealants to protect the installation from moisture and wear.
• Quality Control: Inspect finished surfaces to ensure compliance with quality standards, alignment specifications, and client expectations.

Job Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: Proven experience as a Floor Tiler, Tile Setter, or in a similar construction trade role.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in using tiling tools, including manual cutters, wet saws, spacers, trowels, and leveling systems.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift heavy materials (such as tile boxes and cement bags) and work in physically demanding positions (kneeling, bending, and standing) for extended periods.
• Attention to Detail: Sharp eye for alignment, leveling, symmetry, and neat finishing.
• Mathematics: Basic math skills for accurate measuring, area calculations, and material estimation.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; completion of an apprenticeship or trade school certification in tiling or masonry is highly advantageous.