Tile Setter / Installer

Surface Experts of Northeast Philadelphia; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission & Bonus

Paid holidays and vacation

Paid training

Medical, dental and vision benefits,

401(k) after onboarding period

Company car or car allowance

Job summary

Surface Experts in San Diego is seeking an experienced Tile Setter / Installer to join our team. The role focuses on porcelain, ceramic and natural stone installations in showers, backsplashes, and high-traffic areas, with an emphasis on planning and layout before work begins.

Candidates should be hands-on, detail-oriented, able to troubleshoot on site, and committed to a two-year tenure. A clean driving record and strong communication, including Spanish as a plus, are valued.

Qualifications

• Experienced tile setter skilled with porcelain, ceramic and natural stone.
• Experience laying tile in showers, backsplashes and high-traffic areas.
• Ability to plan and lay out tile install before starting.
• Comfort in hands-on construction/work environment.
• Willingness to commit to at least 2 years.
• Clean and insurable driving record required.
• Spanish-speaking skills are a plus.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication skills

Spanish language skills

Reliable driving record

Time management

Tools

Tile cutters

Wet saw

Grout float

Level/plumb line

Job description

We are a fast-growing local San Diego company that focuses on spot repairs to a wide-variety of interior and exterior surfaces - tile, countertops, cabinets, floors, tubs, sinks, appliances and more. We are looking for a person to fill our Surface Experts Repair Technician role.

Job Benefits

• Competitive Compensation with both Commission and Bonus opportunity
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Paid training
• Medical, dental and vision benefits as well as 401(k) after onboarding period
• A company car and/or car allowance for commuting and job duties

Tile Setter / Installer

We are looking for someone who is an experienced tile setter. The candidate will need to be familiar with the different types of tile (porcelain, ceramic and natural stone). It is also helpful if they have experience in installing tile in a variety of locations (ex: Shower walls and floors, backsplashes and high traffic areas). A candidate should be able to explain how they plan and layout a tile install before they start a job during the interview process.

Requirements

• Experience of working with your hands, whether that’s in construction, manufacturing or even a hobby.
• Having experience working in facilities maintenance can be very helpful.
• It is helpful, but not necessary to have an Art background. Understanding color and how to match color is a large part of what we do. If you are color blind than this is not the job for you.
• The training process is extensive so we are only interested in hiring someone who can make at least a 2-year commitment.

We Are Also Looking For Individuals With

• Attention to detail and willingness to take constructive feedback
• Ability to trouble-shoot and creatively problem-solve
• Commitment to meet project timelines
• Excellent work ethic
• Clean and insurable driving record (required, verifiable)
• Strong communication skills (Spanish speaking skills a plus)
• Patience and persistence

Experience a Day-in-the-life of a Surface Experts Technician: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=goKJxYvLJ10