Armando Blanco
Fullerton,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Tile Setter experienced in residential and commercial installations. Expertise in precision cutting, layout planning, and adhesive preparation enhances quality outcomes. Demonstrated capability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines while improving workflow efficiency and craftsmanship.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Tile Setter
Carpet USA & Tile
Inglewood, California
02.2018 - Current
- Executed precise tile installations in residential and commercial spaces, ensuring quality and aesthetic appeal.
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning, leveling, and applying adhesive materials.
- Cut tiles to size using various tools for accurate fit and design.
- Determined best tile layout to achieve desired pattern and support timely project completion.
- Produced high-quality work with power and hand tools and accurate calculations of distances and surface areas.
- Formed intricate shapes in tile and stone to navigate terrain, corners, and obstacles, enhancing design integrity.
- Applied decorative mosaic tile designs on floors and walls, contributing to visually striking environments.
- Prepared tiling surfaces using waterproofing materials and lath.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by delivering informed guidance on tile options.
- Inspected newly installed tiles for any defects such as chips or cracks.
- Provided customers with information about tile care and maintenance procedures.
- Installed backer boards on floors and walls to provide a base for the tiling process.
- Prepared sub-floor surfaces by removing existing material or filling in cracks.
- Cleaned all work areas after completing each job assignment.
Education
La Vista High School
Fullerton, CASkills
- Tile installation
- Tile cutting
- Grout application
- Backsplash installation
- Surface preparation
- Layout design
- Waterproofing application
- Leveling surfaces
- Custom tile work
- Pattern design
- Custom design
- Project management
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Team building
- Active listening
- Customer service
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Tile Setter
Carpet USA & Tile
02.2018 - Current
La Vista High School