Tiler

Description 

Tilers are required to work on both domestic and commercial projects tiling anything from kitchens and bathrooms to restaurants, retail and hotels!

The main duties of a Tiler are:

• Wall and floor tiling
• Fixing tiles and applying grout
• Repair surfaces.

There are many different materials a Tiler works with but the main one is ceramic. Other materials could include glass, marble or stone.

Hours

The average hours per week for a Tiler are between 37 and 45.

Typical Hourly Rate

The average rate of pay for a Tiler is between £11 and £13 per hour.

Required Qualifications

All workers are required to hold a CSCS card to gain entry to sites. Most sites will require you to hold a skilled CSCS card which states you are a Tiler, but many sites will still allow the green Site Operative card.

The following qualifications will be sufficient to allow you on to site:

• Level 2 Extended Diploma in Wall and Floor Tiling
• Level 2/3 Diploma in Wall and Floor Tiling
• Level 2/3 (NVQ) Certificate/Diploma in Wall and Floor Tiling.

Required Tools

As a self employed Tiler you would be required to provide your own tools.

The main items you will be required to have are:

• Trowels and Spreaders
• Tile Grouting Tools
• Tile Cutters
• Tile Spacers
• Marking and Scoring tools.

FAQs

• Do I need a CSCS card?

  Yes. It is very unlikely you will be allowed on site without one.

• Do I have to provide my own tools?

  Yes. You are required to provide all your own tools. Materials however will be provided by the hirer.

• Do I need experience?

  Yes. You will need to have had a minimum of 2 years tiling experience - you will be asked for work references.