Tile Setters - Construction Job in Goodlettsville, TN
| Location: | Goodlettsville, TN 37072 |
| Industry: | Construction |
| Job Type: | Temp |
| Hourly Rate: | $24.00 |
| Posted: | 07/16/2026 |
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Your Job
Install, repair, and replace ceramic, glass, marble, and granite tiles on floors, walls, and ceilings. Their duties include preparing surfaces, precisely measuring areas, mixing adhesives, cutting and placing tiles, grouting joints, and applying sealants to ensure a durable, water-resistant, and visually appealing finish.This is a temporary position.
Your Day
Key ResponsibilitiesSurface Preparation: Remove old coverings, clean surfaces, and apply waterproof membranes or backer boards to ensure a structurally sound foundation.Layout and Measurement: Measure areas, review blueprints, and lay out tile patterns symmetrically to avoid awkward cuts and waste.Cutting: Use specialized tools like wet saws, snap cutters, and grinders to accurately size tiles around obstacles, corners, and fixtures.Installation: Mix and apply mortar, mastic, or epoxy adhesives. Set tiles precisely, checking levels and using spacers for consistent alignment.Finishing: Pack grout into the joints between tiles, remove excess, and clean the surface. Apply sealants on natural stone to protect against moisture and stains.
Your Experience
Requirements and QualificationsExperience Education: Typically requires a High School Diploma or GED along with prior experience as a tile setter or apprentice.Physical Stamina: The role is physically demanding and requires continuous bending, kneeling, and the ability to lift heavy boxes of tile.Technical Skills: Strong mathematical and geometric skills are essential for calculating area and plotting complex patterns. Knowledge of power tools and various tile materials (porcelain, glass, natural stone) is required.
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Current Location
316 Blue Bird Drive
Goodlettsville, TN
615-859-3387
Open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Equal Opportunity Employer