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Tile, Slab, and Mosaic Layer Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Fliesen-, Platten- und Mosaikleger/in

The vocational training to become a Tile, Slab, and Mosaic Layer is a 3-year recognized apprenticeship in the crafts sector. You will learn to professionally design and lay various materials such as ceramic, natural stone, and mosaics on walls and floors. This profession requires precision, manual dexterity, and a keen eye for detail.

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What you do

  • Prepare surfaces (e.g., clean, level, and prime)
  • Cut and lay tiles, slabs, and mosaics according to plan
  • Mix grout and apply it professionally to surfaces
  • Install sealing and insulation layers
  • Read and implement technical drawings
  • Perform quality control of the laid surfaces
  • Maintain tools and machinery

Requirements

  • Good manual dexterity and precision
  • Spatial imagination
  • Physical fitness (e.g., lifting, kneeling)
  • Diligent and accurate working style
  • Ability to work in a team and willingness to communicate
  • Basic mathematical skills (measuring, calculating)
  • At least a secondary school certificate (Hauptschulabschluss or Realschulabschluss)

Career prospects

  1. 1Further training to become a Master Tiler, Slab, and Mosaic Layer (Meister)
  2. 2Specialization in specific materials (e.g., natural stone) or techniques
  3. 3State-certified Technician in construction technology
  4. 4Self-employment with your own craft business
  5. 5Advancement to construction manager or foreman/woman

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Tile, Slab, and Mosaic Layer Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 700 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Tile, Slab, and Mosaic Layer Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Tile, Slab, and Mosaic Layer Ausbildung?

Good manual dexterity and precision; Spatial imagination; Physical fitness (e.g., lifting, kneeling); Diligent and accurate working style.

Where can I find open Tile, Slab, and Mosaic Layer Ausbildung positions?

Right now there are 33 open positions at 31 companies, for example at Vivawest Handwerksleistungen GmbH, Vonovia SE, and Walter Nilsson GmbH & Co. KG.

How to apply as a Tile, Slab, and Mosaic Layer

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.