Union Tile Finishers are employed by ceramic tile contractors to mix mortar, install grout, clean finished surfaces, stock materials, and perform other duties on new and remodeled construction. A Tile Finisher does most of the setting up of materials at the job and cleans up afterward.
| Length | 24 months |
| Benefits for Apprentices | Medical, dental and vision care for worker and dependants, pension, annuity and vacation |
| Minimum age | 18 |
| Education prerequisites | High School Graduate, GED or equivalent |
| Physical requirements | Must be able to perform physical tasks and activities related to trade |
| Additional requirements | Valid California Driver’s License or Valid California Photo ID |
| Written or oral entry exams | None |
| Subjects studied by Apprentices | Craft specifi c training Up to date codes and standards Safety training Advance training New product presentations Hands-on training |
Contact: Northern California Tile Industry Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee BAC Local 3 15091 Wicks Blvd. San Leandro, CA 94577 Lupe Ortiz, Coordinator.
Applications: Applications accepted Monday’s only from 9 am to 11:30 am. Please bring your Driver License or photo ID and your diploma, GED, or official transcripts.
How do new apprentices get their first job? The applicant must seek his/her own employment from participating employers, after meeting the qualifications to enter an apprenticeship program.
Additional information: Northern California Tile Industry Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee.
