Jr. Installer/Helper
Brekhus Tile & Stone
- Denver, CO
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- Knee pads
- 25’ tape measure
- Utility knife (razor knife)
- Grout float
- Margin Trowel
- Hammer
- Chisel: ¾” and ¼”
- Razor blade floor scraper
- 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