Jr. Installer/Helper at Brekhus Tile & Stone in Denver, CO

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