· Follow blueprints precisely and mark and measure surfaces that need to be tiled to determine the material requirements
· Clean walls and floors in preparation for tiling work
· Remove old tiles, grout and adhesive, fill holes and cracks
· Cut tiles and shape them properly to ensure they fit around obstacles and in tight corners and odd spaces using power and hand tools
· Form tile beds using concrete, plaster, mastic, cement, glue or mortar utilizing tools such as screeds, brushes and trowels
· Align tiles and straighten them with straightedges, levels and squares to ensure patterns are even and precise
· Prepare various surfaces for tiling with waterproofing material or lath and by cleaning the surfaces properly
· Tap tiles into place carefully using tools to properly adhere tiles to the base, making sure not to break or damage tiles
· Create decorative wall and floor designs by laying and setting mosaic tiles in kitchens, bathrooms and living rooms
· Maintaining clean and safe worksite
· Must comply with company quality requirements
To be successful you will need to:
- Have at least 2 years’ work experience in the same industry/field, OR
- Have a relevant NZ Level 4 qualification or equivalent qualifications/certificates
- Be a great team player, be able to follow instructions
- Be physically fit and willingness to work hard
· Good eye for details and an ability to solve problems practically and effectively
· have "can-do" attitude