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Summary Description


	Apply hard tile, marble, and wood tile to walls, floors, ceilings, and roof decks.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Acoustical Carpenter

2.	Acoustical Installer

3.	Acoustical Material Worker

4.	Bathroom Tiling Professional

5.	Ceramic Tile Installer

6.	Ceramic Tile Mechanic

7.	Ceramic Tile Setter

8.	Floor Layer Tile

9.	Floor Tiling Professional

10.	Granite Countertop Installer

11.	Granite Installer

12.	Hard Tile Setter

13.	Hard Tile Setter Apprentice

14.	Marble Ceiling Installer

15.	Marble Finisher

16.	Marble Installer

17.	Marble Mason

18.	Marble Worker

19.	Mastic Floor Layer

20.	Mosaic Floor Layer

21.	Mosaic Layer

22.	Mosaic Worker

23.	Parquet Floor Layer

24.	Parquetry Floor Layer

25.	Tile and Marble Installer

26.	Tile and Marble Setter

27.	Tile Conduit Layer

28.	Tile Erector

29.	Tile Finisher

30.	Tile Installer

31.	Tile Mason

32.	Tile Mechanic

33.	Tile Professional

34.	Tile Setter

35.	Tile Setter Apprentice

36.	Tilesetter

37.	Wood Tile Installer

Job Tasks

	Cut and shape tile to fit around obstacles and into odd spaces and corners, using hand and power cutting tools. Cut tile, stone, or other masonry materials.

	Lay and set mosaic tiles to create decorative wall, mural, and floor designs. Install masonry materials. Align masonry materials.

	Align and straighten tile using levels, squares, and straightedges. Align masonry materials.

	Prepare cost and labor estimates, based on calculations of time and materials needed for project. Estimate construction project costs. Estimate construction project labor requirements.

	Determine and implement the best layout to achieve a desired pattern. Determine construction project layouts.

	Measure and mark surfaces to be tiled, following blueprints. Measure work site dimensions. Mark reference points on construction materials.

	Finish and dress the joints and wipe excess grout from between tiles, using damp sponge. Remove excess materials from finished construction projects. Install masonry materials.

	Study blueprints and examine surface to be covered to determine amount of material needed. Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements. Estimate materials requirements for projects.

	Mix, apply, and spread plaster, concrete, mortar, cement, mastic, glue or other adhesives to form a bed for the tiles, using brush, trowel and screed. Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities. Spread concrete or other aggregate mixtures. Apply mortar.

	Cut, surface, polish, and install marble and granite or install pre-cast terrazzo, granite or marble units. Install masonry materials. Cut tile, stone, or other masonry materials. Smooth surfaces with abrasive materials or tools.

	Apply mortar to tile back, position the tile, and press or tap with trowel handle to affix tile to base. Apply adhesives to construction materials. Apply mortar.

	Level concrete and allow to dry. Spread concrete or other aggregate mixtures.

	Spread mastic or other adhesive base on roof deck to form base for promenade tile, using serrated spreader. Apply adhesives to construction materials.

	Cut tile backing to required size, using shears. Cut carpet, vinyl or other flexible materials.

	Prepare surfaces for tiling by attaching lath or waterproof paper, or by applying a cement mortar coat to a metal screen. Apply adhesives to construction materials. Apply mortar.

	Mix and apply mortar or cement to edges and ends of drain tiles to seal halves and joints. Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities. Apply mortar.

	Remove and replace cracked or damaged tile. Remove worn, damaged or outdated materials from work areas.

	Install and anchor fixtures in designated positions, using hand tools. Install building fixtures.

	Apply a sealer to make grout stain- and water-resistant. Apply sealants or other protective coatings.

	Assist customers in selection of tile and grout. Communicate with clients about products, procedures, and policies.

	Select and order tile and other items to be installed, such as bathroom accessories, walls, panels, and cabinets, according to specifications. Select construction materials. Order construction or extraction materials or equipment.

	Remove any old tile, grout and adhesive using chisels and scrapers and clean the surface carefully. Clean surfaces in preparation for work activities. Remove worn, damaged or outdated materials from work areas.

	Measure and cut metal lath to size for walls and ceilings, using tin snips. Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly. Cut metal components for installation.

	Build underbeds and install anchor bolts, wires, and brackets. Install masonry materials.

	Brush glue onto manila paper on which design has been drawn and position tiles, finished side down, onto paper. Apply adhesives to construction materials.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

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