tilesetter
The role involves preparing surfaces and installing various types of tiles, including mosaics, using adhesives and grout. Responsibilities include cutting tiles to fit obstacles and replacing damaged tiles to create decorative designs.
- On-site
- Edmonton, AB
- Posted Aug 15, 2026
- Apply by Aug 29, 2026
- 1 position
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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. Work site environment Odours Dusty Noisy 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 Install tile strips Additional information Security and safety Bondable Basic security clearance Transportation/travel information Own vehicle Work conditions and physical capabilities Physically demanding Handling heavy loads Bending, crouching, kneeling Attention to detail Hand-eye co-ordination Large workload Personal suitability Judgement Reliability Team player Hardworking
What you’ll do
The role involves preparing surfaces and installing various types of tiles, including mosaics, using adhesives and grout. Responsibilities include cutting tiles to fit obstacles and replacing damaged tiles to create decorative designs.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma and between 2 to 3 years of experience in tilesetting. The job requires physical stamina for heavy lifting, bending, and kneeling in dusty or noisy environments.
Listed skills
- Attention to detailPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Surface Preparation
- Mortar Mixing
- Tile Setting
- Grouting
- Tile Cutting
- Mosaic Installation
- Hand Trowel Usage
- Power Cutting Tools
- Attention To Detail
- Hand-Eye Coordination
Job areas
- Construction
- Trades
- Manufacturing
Additional details
- Minimum education
- High school
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 29, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level