tilesetter
The role involves preparing surfaces, mixing adhesives, and setting tiles, grout, and mosaics for various floor and wall designs. Additionally, the worker must cut, fit, and install marble, granite, and terra surfaces while maintaining decorative patterns.
- On-site
- North York, ON
- Posted Jul 23, 2026
- Apply by Aug 22, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 2 years to less than 3 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Responsibilities Tasks Prepare, measure and mark surfaces to be covered Mix, apply and spread mortar, cement, mastic, glue or other adhesives using hand trowel Set tiles in place and apply pressure to affix them to base Align and straighten tiles 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 Build underbeds and install anchor bolts, wires and brackets Cut, surface, polish and install marble and granite Mix, lay and polish terra surfaces
What you’ll do
The role involves preparing surfaces, mixing adhesives, and setting tiles, grout, and mosaics for various floor and wall designs. Additionally, the worker must cut, fit, and install marble, granite, and terra surfaces while maintaining decorative patterns.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school graduation certificate and between 2 to 3 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in using hand and power tools for cutting and fitting tiles is required.
Other relevant skills
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- Tile Setting
- Surface Preparation
- Mortar Application
- Adhesive Application
- Tile Cutting
- Grouting
- Mosaic Design
- Marble Installation
- Granite Installation
- Terra Polishing
- Measurement
- Power Tool Operation
- Hand Tool Operation
Job areas
- Construction
- Trades
- Manufacturing
Additional details
- Minimum education
- High school
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 22, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level
