Terrazzo Workers and Finishers

SOC Code: 47-2053

Terrazzo Workers and Finisherss measure designated amounts of ingredients for terrazzo or grout, according to standard formulas and specifications, using graduated containers and scales, and load ingredients into portable mixer. This career typically requires moderate-term on-the-job training (months to 1 year). With an AI-proof score of 95.2/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Coordination, Quality Control Analysis, Coordination.

AI-Proof Score: 95.2Very High
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Median Salary

$57,260

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Job Growth

-11.1%

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Training Time

Moderate-term on-the-job training (months to 1 year)

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Job Zone

Zone 2 / 5

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Training Cost

~$5,000

Key Skills

  • Coordination
  • Quality Control Analysis
  • Judgment and Decision Making
  • Speaking
  • Time Management
  • Operation and Control
  • Operations Monitoring
  • Monitoring
  • Critical Thinking

Common Tasks

  • Measure designated amounts of ingredients for terrazzo or grout, according to standard formulas and specifications, using graduated containers and scales, and load ingredients into portable mixer.
  • Grind surfaces with a power grinder, or polish surfaces with polishing or surfacing machines.
  • Cut metal division strips and press them into the terrazzo base for joints or changes of color to form designs or patterns or to help prevent cracks.
  • Blend marble chip mixtures, place into panels, and push a roller over the surface to embed the chips.
  • Modify mixing, grouting, grinding, or cleaning procedures, according to type of installation or material used.

Why AI-Proof?

  • Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
  • Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
  • Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
  • Social and regulatory barriers to full automation