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- "Tile and Marble Setter"

	Apply hard tile, marble, and wood tile to walls, floors, ceilings, and roof decks.

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Job Tasks for: "Tile and Marble Setter"

Align and straighten tile using levels, squares and straightedges.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

Measure and mark surfaces to be tiled, following blueprints.

Level concrete and allow to dry.

Build underbeds and install anchor bolts, wires and brackets.

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

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

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

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

Cut tile backing to required size, using shears.

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

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

Assist customers in selection of tile and grout.

Remove and replace cracked or damaged tile.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Knowledge Requirements for: "Tile and Marble Setter"

Building and Construction -- Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.

Administration and Management -- Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Mathematics -- Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Customer and Personal Service -- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

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Skill Requirements for: "Tile and Marble Setter"

Mathematics -- Using mathematics to solve problems.

Coordination -- Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

Active Listening -- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Judgment and Decision Making -- Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Time Management -- Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Equipment Selection -- Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.

Critical Thinking -- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Social Perceptiveness -- Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Complex Problem Solving -- Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Reading Comprehension -- Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

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Ability Requirements for: "Tile and Marble Setter"

Visualization -- The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.

Arm-Hand Steadiness -- The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

Multilimb Coordination -- The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.

Near Vision -- The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Speech Recognition -- The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.

Oral Expression -- The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

Problem Sensitivity -- The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

Oral Comprehension -- The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Trunk Strength -- The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.

Speech Clarity -- The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

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Job Activities for: "Tile and Marble Setter"

Handling and Moving Objects -- Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Performing General Physical Activities -- Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Getting Information -- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems -- Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information -- Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Training and Teaching Others -- Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events -- Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships -- Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment -- Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates -- Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

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