Local 18 MO

Tile setters perform some of the most ornate work in construction. They install ceramic tile, marble, mosaics, terrazzo and similar products at residential, commercial and industrial project sites. They must possess basic competency in high school math (basic algebra and/or geometry), a high degree of manual dexterity, and the ability to follow oral and written directions. Tile, Marble, setter apprentices receive three years of classroom instruction and full-time, on-the-job training with a Tile, Marble and/or Terrazzo contractor. Classes are held every other Saturday for 8 hours of classroom and hands-on training time. Class attendance is mandatory. Course work covers safety (O.S.H.A. 10 hour), product knowledge, math, layout & blueprint reading, and installation processes