UNIT GROUP 4416 WALL AND FLOOR TILERS AND STONEMASONS
WALL AND FLOOR TILERS AND STONEMASONS lay tiles on walls and floors, and cut and shape stone for construction.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this unit group is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
- preparing surfaces by removing old tiles, grout and adhesive, and cleaning with soap and water
- spreading adhesive onto surfaces, setting tiles in position and aligning using levels, squares, plumb lines and straight-edges
- cleaning tiles and removing excess grout
- operating machines and hand tools to cut, shape and polish stone
- designing and cutting monumental masonry, including lettering
- constructing walls using stone slabs and large masonry slab blocks
Occupations:
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