Jr. Installer/Helper

The Junior Installer/Helper’s primary responsibility will be the installation of custom tile and stone in residential and commercial projects.

Responsibilities (specific job duties)

• Measure and mark surfaces to be tiled.


• Understand and follow blueprint and numbered sequence instructions.


• Seek work order clarification from the Lead Installer or Field Superintendent.


• Clean and level surfaces to be tiled.


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


• Mix mortar, plaster, or grout manually or using machines (according to specifications)


• Apply appropriate adhesives to form a bed for the tiles using brush, trowel, and/or screed; attach lath or waterproof paper or apply cement mortar coat onto a metal screen.


• Utilize and maintain all company tools and machines according to company policy and adhere to and inspect quality control.


• Erect scaffolding or other installation structures and apply caulk, sealants, or other agents to installed surfaces, grout between joints.


• Cut or shape stone, tile, or granite to specified sizes for installation, using power saws or tile cutters.


• Transport materials, tools, and machines to installation sites are required.


• Move or position materials - such as marble slabs - using cranes, hoists, or dollies.


• Seek any work order clarification from the Lead Installer or Field Superintendent and can communicate effective daily progress to Field Superintendent, including continuous communications as necessary for scheduling purposes.


• Complete time sheets accurately and on time and monitor inventory levels for jobs ensuring correct amount of product on hand.


• Report issues, changes, and/or inventory to the Lead Installer or Field Superintendent.


• Attend meetings and training sessions as assigned by senior management and assist in the development and learning of Junior Installers.


• Adhere to the company’s policies and procedures as outlined in Employee Handbook, Company Safety and Health rules, OSHA regulations, and all other applicable federal and state regulations.

• Other related duties as assigned

Requirements (qualifications)

• Knowledge of stone and tile installation processes


• Minimum of 0-3 years of experience of installing tiles (ceramic, marble, granite, etc.), laying out work, repairing and tile patching, preparing sub-surfaces, sealing surfaces, waterproofing, caulking, and grouting.


• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Working knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the installation of tile, stone and granite.


• Ability to read technical drawings, math calculations (measuring, addition/subtraction, multiplication/division, ratios, percentages, dimensions, basic algebra, geometry, and their applications), oral and written instructions.


• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with customers and coworkers.


•  Ability to perform physical activities pertaining to the essential functions of the position: Requires considerable use of arms/legs and moving of the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, kneeling, carrying, and lifting 30-50lbs.


• Ability to take direction and learn quickly


• Full-Time/Onsite


• Detail and task-oriented, dependable, and professional.

Conditions of Employment:

• This position will report to Denver International Airport


• Applicants for employment must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.


• Must be at least 18 years old


• Must pass a drug screening, and FBI background check.

Requirements (tools)

• Knee pads


• 25’ tape measure


• Utility knife (razor knife)


• Grout float


• Margin Trowel


• Hammer


• Chisel: ¾” and ¼”


• Razor blade floor scraper

Rewards

• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Paid Holidays


• Prevailing Wage (determined by select government projects)


• On-the-job training


• Company paid Life Insurance


• Medical Insurance and (HSA option)


• Voluntary Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, and other Supplemental Insurance options
  


• 401K Contribution Plan


• Free Parking