WORK PROCESS SCHEDULE
TILE FINISHER
O*NET/SOC CODE: 47-3011.00 RAPIDS CODE: 0971
Description: Supplies and mixes construction materials for TILE SETTER, applies grout, and cleans installed tile: Moves tiles, tile setting tools, and work devices from storage area to installation site manually or using wheelbarrow. Mixes mortar and grout according to standard formulas and request from TILE SETTER, using bucket, water hose, spatula, and portable mixer. Supplies TILE SETTER with mortar, using wheelbarrow and shovel. Applies grout between joints of installed tile, using grouting trowel. Removes excess grout from tile joints with wet sponge and scrapes corners and crevices with trowel. Wipes surface of tile after grout has set to remove grout residue and polish tile, using nonabrasive materials. Cleans installation site, mixing and storage areas, and installation machines, tools, and equipment, using water and various cleaning tools. Stores tile setting materials, machines, tools, and equipment. May apply caulk, sealers, acid, steam, or related agents to caulk, seal, or clean installed tile, using various application devices and equipment. May modify mixing, grouting, grinding, and cleaning procedures according to type of installation or material used. May assist TILE SETTER to position and secure metal lath, wire mesh, or felt paper prior to installation of tile. May cut marked tiles to size, using power saw or tile cutter.
ON-THE-JOB TRAINING :
APPROXIMATE HOURS
1. Demonstrate safety work habits
100
2. Use of tile finishers tools and equipment
300
3. Preparation of all types surfaces, including metal lath materials and reinforcing meshes
400
4. Distributing and handling of al types of materials – new techniques and new materials
600
5. Mixing of various types mortars; portland cement, modified cements,synthetic and/or chemical materials
600
6. Grouting techniques; portland cement grout; colored grouts; epoxy, foran, synthetic and/or silicone type grouts or sealants
1000
7. Cleaning of tile during and after installation; acid cleaning; steam cleaning; power machine cleaning
500
8. Safe handling and use of all power related equipment and/or tools and maintenance thereof
500
TOTAL HOURS
4000
NOTE: Related instruction classes shall consist of a minimum of 144 hours per year of instructional work-related processes for a two year period. The suggested course will cover major categories with hours in the trade of Title Finishing, and may be adapted to local conditions.
First Year
Registration, orientation, apprentice rules and regulations
History of Title Finishing trade, school rules and regulations
Work Laws, federal, State and safety work practices
Working materials and their use
Handling and distribution of various materials and storage care preparation
of various surfaces, booth floors and walls
Mortar mixing, hand or power related methods
Tile grouts of various composition and their application
Review of year’s work
Test, closing, general review and discussion
Second Year
Registration, orientation, apprentice rules and regulations, school rules
History of local and national collective bargaining agreements
Safety and the use of various tools and power related equipment
Various types of synthetic and/or chemical mortars and bonding materials
Various types of synthetic and/or chemical grouts and their use and application
Cleaning – acid, steam and power equipment cleaning
Application of various types of protective coverings and/or sealants for use
over all tiled surfaces
New products, materials, work techniques and the use of job related power
equipment and tools
Review of year’s work
Test, closing, general review and discussion
