Installer Helper - Countertops

Positional Responsibilities

• Learn how to properly prepare substrates to meet all industry specifications in which slabs are to be installed.
• Gain the ability to properly fabricate and make adjustments in the field, including cutting, drilling, gluing, and polishing.
• Install all types of undermount sinks.
• Install slab counters and walls flat, level, and true to a plane with minimal lippage at the seams as set forth by the MI.
• Use color matching caulk at all changes in plane such as horizontal to vertical and inside corners to walls.
• Self-inspect all work upon completion to ensure all quality expectations have been met.
• Build and maintain interpersonal relationships with coworkers and builders.

Competencies, Skills, And Abilities

• Read and understand work orders, blueprints, and correlate with diagrams showing designs using varying types of tile and stone.
• Verify work instructions to match provided diagrams and resolve any discrepancies before installation begins.
• Gain a complete product knowledge and understanding of the appropriate use with different types of adhesives, mortars used to install slab counters and walls.
• Work in and adjust to varying jobsite conditions typical in new home and commercial construction.
• Do mathematical calculations to estimate quantities, provide takeoffs when needed, and determine time, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity to a timely completion.
• Communicate effectively and in an appropriate manner in writing and verbally.
• Receive and follow instructions provided by builder representatives and immediate Field Supervisor.

Education / Experience

• Preferred combined experience of 5 years as an apprentice and journeyman installer.
• Demonstrated capability to work in a team environment.

Physical Demands

• Arm-Hand Steadiness
• Trunk Strength
• Manual Dexterity
• Extent Flexibility
• Static Strength
• Dynamic Strength
• Handling and Moving Objects

Work Environment

• Job duties will be performed primarily at the job site which may be either residential or commercial.
• Requires employee to be outdoors on a regular basis.
• Will encounter varying weather conditions and temperatures.
• Noise level usually high.

Pay Rate

$16.90/hour plus piece rate bonus and benefits.