Overview
Languages
English
Education
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No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
3 years to less than 5 years
On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Prepare, measure and mark surfaces to be covered
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Mix, apply and spread mortar, cement, mastic, glue or other adhesives using hand trowel
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Prepare rough plans and sketches
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Set tiles in place and apply pressure to affix them to base
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Align and straighten tiles
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Prepare tenders and quotations
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Cut and fit tiles around obstacles and openings using hand and power cutting tools
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Instruct apprentices
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Pack grout into joints between tiles and remove excess grout
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Remove and replace cracked or damaged tiles
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Supervise other workers
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Lay and set mosaic tiles to create decorative wall, mural and floor designs
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Build underbeds and install anchor bolts, wires and brackets
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Cut, surface, polish and install marble and granite
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Estimate costs and materials
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Mix, lay and polish terra surfaces
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Install tile strips
Supervision
Experience and specialization
Equipment and machinery experience
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
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Own transportation
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Own vehicle
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Physically demanding
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Handling heavy loads
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Bending, crouching, kneeling
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Ability to distinguish between colours
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Attention to detail
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Hand-eye co-ordination
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Large workload
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Overtime required
Own tools/equipment
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Steel-toed safety boots
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Hard hat
Personal suitability
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Client focus
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Dependability
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Reliability
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Team player
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Hardworking
Who can apply for this job?
You can apply if you are:
- a Canadian citizen
- a permanent resident of Canada
- a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit
Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.