Typical Tasks
Cut materials to specified sizes for installation, using power saws or tile cutters.
Transport materials, tools, or machines to installation sites, manually or using conveyance equipment.
Erect scaffolding or other installation structures.
Modify material moving, mixing, grouting, grinding, polishing, or cleaning procedures, according to installation or material requirements.
Provide assistance in the preparation, installation, repair, or rebuilding of tile, brick, or stone surfaces.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Social
Working with people
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Dependability
Attention to Detail
Self-Control
Cooperation
Initiative
Persistence
What key skills are needed for this job?
Critical Thinking
Monitoring
Coordination
Operation and Control
Time Management
Judgment and Decision Making
Expected Knowledge
Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Common Activities
Handling and Moving Objects
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
