The Junior Installer/Helper’s primary responsibility will be the installation of custom tile and stone in residential and commercial projects.

Responsibilities (specific job duties)

• Measure and mark surfaces to be tiled,
• Understand and follow blueprint and numbered sequence instructions.
• Seek work order clarification from the Lead Installer or Field Superintendent.
• Clean and level surfaces to be tiled.
• Remove any old tile, grout, and adhesive using chisels and scrapers and clean the surface carefully.
• Mix mortar, plaster, or grout manually or using machines (according to specifications)
• Apply appropriate adhesives to form a bed for the tiles using brush, trowel, and/or screed; attach lath or waterproof paper or apply cement mortar coat onto a metal screen.
• Utilize and maintain all company tools and machines according to company policy and adhere to and inspect quality control.
• Erect scaffolding or other installation structures and apply caulk, sealants, or other agents to installed surfaces, grout between joints.
• Cut or shape stone, tile, or granite to specified sizes for installation, using power saws or tile cutters.
• Transport materials, tools, and machines to installation sites are required.
• Move or position materials - such as marble slabs - using cranes, hoists, or dollies.
• Seek any work order clarification from the Lead Installer or Field Superintendent and can communicate effective daily progress to Field Superintendent, including continuous communications as necessary for scheduling purposes.
• Complete time sheets accurately and on time and monitor inventory levels for jobs ensuring correct amount of product on hand.
• Report issues, changes, and/or inventory to the Lead Installer or Field Superintendent.
• Attend meetings and training sessions as assigned by senior management and assist in the development and learning of Junior Installers.
• Adhere to the company’s policies and procedures as outlined in Employee Handbook, Company Safety and Health rules, OSHA regulations, and all other applicable federal and state regulations.

• Other related duties as assigned

Requirements (qualifications)

• Knowledge of stone and tile installation processes
• Minimum of 0-3 years of experience of installing tiles (ceramic, marble, granite, etc.), laying out work, repairing and tile patching, preparing sub-surfaces, sealing surfaces, waterproofing, caulking, and grouting.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the installation of tile, stone and granite.
• Ability to read technical drawings, math calculations (measuring, addition/subtraction, multiplication/division, ratios, percentages, dimensions, basic algebra, geometry, and their applications), oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with customers and coworkers.
• Ability to perform physical activities pertaining to the essential functions of the position: Requires considerable use of arms/legs and moving of the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, kneeling, carrying, and lifting 50-100lbs.
• Ability to take direction and learn quickly
• Detail and task-oriented, dependable, and professional.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National and at least 18 years of age.
• Pass a drug screening, and background investigation.

Requirements (tools)

• Knee pads
• 25’ tape measure
• Utility knife (razor knife)
• Grout float
• Margin Trowel
• Hammer
• Chisel: ¾” and ¼”
• Razor blade floor scrap

Rewards

• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Prevailing Wage (determined by select government projects)
• On-the-job advanced training
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Medical Insurance and Holistic company compensation (HSA option)
• Voluntary Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, and other Supplemental Insurance options
• Wellness Discounts
• 401K Contribution Plan
• Free Parking