Class Overview

The IICRC Stone, Masonry, & Ceramic Tile Cleaning Technician (SMT) course is a two-day hands-on style learning experience.

This course will give you the knowledge and skills needed to perform both basic and advanced procedures for the cleaning and maintenance of natural stone, ceramics, and other man-made floors. Emphasis will be placed on protecting surfaces, technicians and building occupants.

Professional Hard Floor Care

What You'll Learn

  • Understanding of stone, masonry, and ceramic tile
  • Inspection and assessment
  • Cleaning techniques
  • Stain removal
  • Sealing and protection
  • Equipment and tools

Upon achieving certification, technicians will be adequately equipped to perform maintenance-related tasks involving stone, masonry and ceramic tile surfaces.

This course has been approved for (14) IICRC CECs.

Class Schedule - Jon-Don Dallas

DAY 1

8:00 AM - Check-in
8:30 AM - Class Begins
5:00 PM - Class Ends

DAY 2

8:00 AM - Check-in
8:30 AM - Class Begins
5:00 PM - Class Ends

Complement your Training By Adding this Class

Post-Construction Cleaning

Drywall dust, debris, glue blobs, dried paint drips, and scuffs are very commonly left behind when construction is done. Learn how to perform detailed cleaning of floors, carpet, windows, baseboards, light fixtures, and other surfaces. This one-day course explores the best practices for cleaning a facility after construction or remodeling projects.

Meet Your Instructor

Bob Merkt

Bob Merkt has been involved in the cleaning industry for more than 35 years. He is the owner of MEGA – The Merkt Educational Group and Associates. Bob is an IICRC-approved instructor, an invited speaker at industry events, author, and contributor to many industry publications. He is an IICRC Master Cleaner, and past chair of the IICRC Floor Care Technician (FCT) Committee. Currently, He is the vice chair of the Stone Masonry Technician (SMT) course and a member of the FCT committee.

Bob Merkt

What students say...

"I like Bob Merkt's way of teaching. He engages and provides easy following."

"I enjoyed the ability to compare procedures and ask technical questions to an industry veteran."

"I liked the instructor's knowledge and experience."

Class Location

IICRC Certification - Stone, Masonry, Tile Care Technician (SMT) 

To earn certification, students must pass the certification exam, which is available for an additional fee paid directly to the IICRC.

Students must visit www.iicrc.org to register online and submit the exam fee prior to or on the first day of class.

Please keep a copy of your payment confirmation or have the means to log in at the end of the scheduled class to report to the instructor once exam registration is complete. You will need to provide proof of registration to complete the exam on the last day of training. Please contact the IICRC with any questions regarding this process.

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