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Tile and Stone Setters: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

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

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This source lists 25 tasks, including 19 marked Core and 6 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 08/2023.

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Core · Task 2848 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

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

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Core · Task 2851 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

Finish and dress the joints and wipe excess grout from between tiles, using damp sponge.

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Core · Task 2850 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

Cut and shape tile to fit around obstacles and into odd spaces and corners, using hand and power cutting tools.

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Core · Task 2849 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

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

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Core · Task 2853 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

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.

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Core · Task 2859 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

Study blueprints and examine surface to be covered to determine amount of material needed.

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Core · Task 2855 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

Measure and mark surfaces to be tiled, following blueprints.

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Core · Task 2864 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

Lay and set mosaic tiles to create decorative wall, mural, and floor designs.

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Core · Task 2852 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

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

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Core · Task 2869 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

Mix and apply mortar or cement to edges and ends of drain tiles to seal halves and joints.

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Core · Task 2871 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

Apply a sealer to make grout stain- and water-resistant.

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Core · Task 2856 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

Level concrete and allow to dry.

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Core · Task 2867 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

Measure and cut metal lath to size for walls and ceilings, using tin snips.

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Core · Task 2861 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

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

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Core · Task 2858 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

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

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Core · Task 2866 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

Remove and replace cracked or damaged tile.

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Core · Task 2862 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

Cut tile backing to required size, using shears.

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Core · Task 2863 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

Remove any old tile, grout and adhesive using chisels and scrapers and clean the surface carefully.

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Core · Task 2860 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

Cut, surface, polish, and install marble and granite or install pre-cast terrazzo, granite or marble units.

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Supplemental · Task 2870 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

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

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Supplemental · Task 2865 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

Assist customers in selection of tile and grout.

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Supplemental · Task 2854 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

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

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Supplemental · Task 2872 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

Brush glue onto manila paper on which design has been drawn and position tiles, finished side down, onto paper.

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Supplemental · Task 2868 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

Select and order tile and other items to be installed, such as bathroom accessories, walls, panels, and cabinets, according to specifications.

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Supplemental · Task 2857 · 08/2023 · Incumbent

Build underbeds and install anchor bolts, wires, and brackets.

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