Tile and Stone Setters

Apply hard tile, stone, and comparable materials to walls, floors, ceilings, countertops, and roof decks.

Sample of reported job titles: Ceramic Tile Mechanic, Ceramic Tile Setter, Tile and Marble Installer, Tile and Marble Setter, Tile Finisher, Tile Installer, Tile Man, Tile Mason, Tile Mechanic, Tile Setter

Occupation-Specific Information

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ImportanceCategoryTask
92
 
Core
Align and straighten tile using levels, squares, and straightedges.
87
 
Core
Finish and dress the joints and wipe excess grout from between tiles, using damp sponge.
86
 
Core
Cut and shape tile to fit around obstacles and into odd spaces and corners, using hand and power cutting tools.
86
 
Core
Determine and implement the best layout to achieve a desired pattern.
86
 
Core
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.
84
 
Core
Study blueprints and examine surface to be covered to determine amount of material needed.
83
 
Core
Measure and mark surfaces to be tiled, following blueprints.
82
 
Core
Lay and set mosaic tiles to create decorative wall, mural, and floor designs.
82
 
Core
Apply mortar to tile back, position the tile, and press or tap with trowel handle to affix tile to base.
79
 
Core
Mix and apply mortar or cement to edges and ends of drain tiles to seal halves and joints.
79
 
Core
Apply a sealer to make grout stain- and water-resistant.
77
 
Core
Level concrete and allow to dry.
77
 
Core
Measure and cut metal lath to size for walls and ceilings, using tin snips.
76
 
Core
Install and anchor fixtures in designated positions, using hand tools.
76
 
Core
Prepare surfaces for tiling by attaching lath or waterproof paper, or by applying a cement mortar coat to a metal screen.
74
 
Core
Remove and replace cracked or damaged tile.
72
 
Core
Cut tile backing to required size, using shears.
72
 
Core
Remove any old tile, grout and adhesive using chisels and scrapers and clean the surface carefully.
70
 
Core
Cut, surface, polish, and install marble and granite or install pre-cast terrazzo, granite or marble units.
75
 
Supplemental
Spread mastic or other adhesive base on roof deck to form base for promenade tile, using serrated spreader.
74
 
Supplemental
Assist customers in selection of tile and grout.
73
 
Supplemental
Prepare cost and labor estimates, based on calculations of time and materials needed for project.
72
 
Supplemental
Brush glue onto manila paper on which design has been drawn and position tiles, finished side down, onto paper.
63
 
Supplemental
Select and order tile and other items to be installed, such as bathroom accessories, walls, panels, and cabinets, according to specifications.
55
 
Supplemental
Build underbeds and install anchor bolts, wires, and brackets.

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