Mason Tiling

Aliases: Tile-layer

Industry/Sector(s): Construction

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks a Mason Tiling is expected to perform include:

Identifying, cutting, grinding, shaping, laying, fixing, and finishing the tiles on floors and walls
Applying grouts and sealants for flooring and cladding works

WORK ENVIRONMENT ¹

It is not a desk job
The candidate will supervise a team of Masons Level-2 and other helpers
Local travelling is not a part of this job profile
Part-time work and contractual jobs maybe available
Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Companies usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from company to company
Overtime maybe required
Shift system is not available

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ¹

Minimum – Equivalent to minimum 5th standard
Certified training for Mason Tiling (programme aligned to CON/Q0104 job released by Construction Skill Development Council)

KEY COMPETENCIES ¹

Basic knowledge of principles of measurement
Familiar with different types of tiles, their sizes, shapes, properties and their use
Knowledge of different processes for laying tile on floor, wall and roof
Skilled in use of basic tools and tackles for laying tiles
Knowledge of basic methods and techniques of preparing bed mortar, cement slurry and cement paste as applicable
Knowledge of different type of spacers and method of fixing and removing spacers
Familiar with different types of tile trims/strips and their uses
Basic knowledge of standard specifications of all grouting tools and materials
Familiar with different types of liquid polymeric additives

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ¹

Training for 8 to 12 weeks to qualify test & assessment by authorized agency for behaviour, knowledge & skill as per all relevant NOS for Tiling Mason Level‐3

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES ¹

Government and private schools across India

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

http://nscsindia.org/AboutUs.aspx

http://www.nsdcindia.org/affilates-centers

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

https://targetstudy.com/iti/trade/63-mason-building-constructor/

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ¹

Site Manager

↑

Construction Supervisor

↑

Mason Level-4

↑

Mason Tiling

↑

Mason Level-2

Transfer option

India: Yes
Abroad: No

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EXPECTED EARNINGS ⁴

For freshers - ₹ 5,800 to ₹ 8,750 per month

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ¹

Minimum 5 years of site experience for non-trained workers or 2 years’ experience with Masonry Level-2 qualification

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS ⁴

Construction companies

KEYWORDS ¹

Mason Tiling

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	7112.0103	Mason Tiling
ISCO 2008	7112	Bricklayers and Related Workers
NIC 2008	43129	Other site preparation activities n.e.c.
QP Reference	CON / Q 0104	Mason Tiling
NSQF	Level 3	-

REFERENCES

1	Qualifications Pack – Mason Tiling
2	http://socialjustice.nic.in/policiesacts3.php
3	http://www.advocatekhoj.com/library/bareacts/factories/index.php?Title=Factories%20Act,%201948
4	http://www.mysarkarinaukri.com/job/2012/10/29/jobs-sainik-school-chittorgarh-oct-2012
5	/ http://www.cidc.in/new/support/overview/2012-2017/12th%20Plan%20-%20vol_2%20-%20Construction%20-%20sector%20.pdf http://www.destinationbangalore.in/construction-sector-in-india-government-policies-and-growth-drivers
6	www.censusindia.gov.in
7	http://www.csdcindia.org/sites/default/files/Bldg-Const-Real-Estate.pdf

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