Tile Setters

Tilesetters perform some or all of the following duties:

– Prepare, measure and mark surface to be covered. Build underbeds and install anchor bolts, wires and brackets.
– Mix, apply and spread mortar, cement, mastic, glue or other adhesives using hand trowel.
-Set tiles in position and apply pressure to affix tiles to base.
– Align and straighten tile using levels, squares and straightedges.
– Cut and fit tiles around obstacles and openings using hand and power cutting tools-Pack grout into joints between tiles and remove excess grout-Install tile strips.
– Lay and set mosaic tiles to create decorative wall, mural and floor designs-Mix, lay and polish terra surfaces.
– Cut, polish and install marble and granite.
– Remove and replace cracked or damaged tiles.
– May prepare cost estimates and orders.