Job for the future Tilesetters

Average hourly wage

$33.00

Job description

These individuals cover walls, floors, and ceilings with a variety of materials: ceramic, marble, sandstone or mosaic tiles, and any other similar or substitute materials.

Personality profiles (RIASEC)

Realistic
People with this profile prefer carrying out concrete tasks and being physically involved in what they do.
Conventional
People with this profile prefer specific, well-defined tasks. They like to respect the order of things and follow established rules.
Social
People with this profile prefer to be in contact with others, in particular to entertain, help or teach them.

Main tasks

  • Prepare, measure, and mark out the surfaces to be coated.
  • Mix and spread adhesive materials (mortar, cement, glue, etc.).
  • Place tiles and seat them securely in the adhesive bed.
  • Lay aggregate-based materials (e.g. cement-based granite).
  • Align and straighten tiles.
  • Cut and fit tiles around obstacles or openings.
  • Apply grout between tiles and remove excess.
  • Install and arrange mosaic tiles to create decorative patterns.
  • Mix, apply, and polish compounds.
  • Replace broken or damaged tiles.

Formation

Most training programs are offered in French only.

Secondary

DVS in carrelage

Code : 5300

Placement rate: 83.7%

10.8% of graduates pursue further studies

More on graduates’ employment situation

Targeted regions

Last update: January 29, 2026

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