Tilesetter

Tilesetters construct, alter and repair structures with tile, granite, slate, marble, terrazzo and other similar materials.

What do Tilesetters do?

• 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.
• Cut and fit tiles around obstacles and openings using hand and power cutting tools.
• Pack grout into joints between tiles and remove excess grout.
• Remove and replace cracked or damaged tiles.
• Lay and set mosaic tiles to create decorative wall, mural and floor designs.
• Cut, polish and install marble and granite.

For further details about this occupation, please see the High School to Apprenticeship, or find it on this website under “Resources.”

TILESETTER DOWNLOADS

• Entrance Requirements for Apprenticeship Training
• A Guide to Course Content (B.C. training)
• On-The-Job Training Guide (B.C training)
• Interprovincial Journeyperson Examination Information
• Level One Examination Information
• Level Two Examination Information
• Tilesetter - Verify Trade Experience (Form 6A)
• Red Seal Written Examination Study Guide