Lalit
Hobart,TAS
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Wall and Floor Tiler
Link tiling group ptv ltd
Hobart, TAS
02.2024 - Current
- Measured floor area to determine tile layout and quantity of materials needed.
- Cut tiles to fit around obstacles, such as pipes or fixtures, using hand and power cutting tools.
- Applied thin-set mortar on floors with trowel, spread grout over joints between tiles with rubber float and wiped off excess grout with sponge.
- Laid out full tiles at beginning of each row for balanced appearance.
- Inspected surfaces for defects prior to installation of tile.
- Prepared subfloors for installation by cleaning, removing debris and checking moisture content of concrete substrates.
- Filled joints between tiles with grout according to specifications, using trowel and rubber float.
- Selected appropriate type of tile based on application requirements.
- Installed tile in areas such as showers, countertops, backsplashes and walls.
- Cleaned finished surface after installation by scrubbing with detergent solution or steam cleaner.
- Grouted wall and floor installations using epoxy or cement-based products.
- Applied sealants to protect installed surfaces from water damage or staining.
- Repaired damaged tiles using adhesives or replaced them if necessary.
- Maintained cleanliness in the job site throughout the duration of the project.
- Kept records of material used for each project according to company guidelines.
- Stayed up-to-date on new trends in ceramic tile design through continuing education courses.
- Cleaned and leveled surface areas and removed excess grout.
- Measured, cut and shaped tiles and marble to size.
- Prepared tiling surfaces using waterproofing materials and lath.
- Cut flooring material to fit around obstructions using hand tools, dies and special equipment.
Tiling Labrourer
tcon solutions
Sandy Bay, 7005
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted in the demolition and removal of existing structures;.
- Installed drywall, flooring, and other building materials;.
- Read blueprints or technical diagrams to determine the specific materials required for each job;.
- Inspected foundations, walls, floors, doors, windows, roofing and tiling to ensure they meet code standards;.
- Applied weatherproofing treatments to exterior surfaces as needed;.
- Performed rough carpentry tasks such as cutting rafters or studs for framing houses and buildings;.
- Prepared surfaces for tiling by removing old tiles, plaster and other materials.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate materials for their tiling project needs.
- Ordered flooring supplies and tiling equipment according to project requirements.
Wall and Floor Tiler Apprentice
Behrakis Holdings Pty Ltd
Hobart, TAS
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Measured floor area to determine tile layout and quantity of materials needed.
- Cut tiles to fit around obstacles, such as pipes or fixtures, using hand and power cutting tools.
- Inspected surfaces for defects prior to installation of tile.
- Prepared subfloors for installation by cleaning, removing debris and checking moisture content of concrete substrates.
- Filled joints between tiles with grout according to specifications, using trowel and rubber float.
- Cleaned finished surface after installation by scrubbing with detergent solution or steam cleaner.
- Grouted wall and floor installations using epoxy or cement-based products.
- Applied sealants to protect installed surfaces from water damage or staining.
- Repaired damaged tiles using adhesives or replaced them if necessary.
- Kept records of material used for each project according to company guidelines.
- Assisted other team members when needed during complex projects.
- Cleaned and leveled surface areas and removed excess grout.
- Prepared tiling surfaces using waterproofing materials and lath.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Cert3 in Wall And Floor Tiling
Unity School of Education And Training
HobartSome College (No Degree) - Cert4 in Building And Construction
Unity School of Education And Traing
Hobart, TASSkills
- Grout application
- Stain removal
- Surface preparation
- Precision measurement
- Waterproofing techniques
- Layout planning
- Tile cutting
- Hand tools proficiency
- Tile and grout care
- Tile installation
- Floor leveling
Languages
English
Professional
Punjabi
Professional
Hindi
Professional
Timeline
Wall and Floor Tiler
Link tiling group ptv ltd
02.2024 - Current
Tiling Labrourer
tcon solutions
01.2023 - 01.2024
Wall and Floor Tiler Apprentice
Behrakis Holdings Pty Ltd
06.2022 - 12.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Cert3 in Wall And Floor Tiling
Unity School of Education And Training
Some College (No Degree) - Cert4 in Building And Construction
Unity School of Education And Traing