Job Summary:

The Brick and Block Mason will use bricks, concrete blocks, and other stone materials to build walls, fences, and other structures. We are looking for a skilled, experienced mason who can cut, dress and lay brick and block, and who is proficient with both modern power tools and traditional hand tools. Masons can expect to work in all weather and with various materials, lift and carry heavy objects, and read and assess technical drawings. Their responsibilities include texturing and polishing brick and block, installing dressed brick and block, mixing cement and mortar, and restoring old and damaged masonry works. Successful masons should have a love for traditional techniques, a keenness for learning, exceptional problem-solving skills, and should have a natural talent for working with their hands. Ideal candidates will have completed an apprenticeship, and will be physically fit and able.

• Builds walls, fences, walkways, roads, and other structures using bricks, stone, concrete blocks, or marble.
• Carves out and builds structures and surfaces with bricks or concrete blocks.
• Places brick or concrete blocks on mortar bed.
• Cuts or saws bricks to fit around windows and doors.
• Measures distances to lay out work.
• Mixes mortar and grout to be used to lay brick.
• Spreads mortar onto brick or block surface with a trowel.
• Examines brickwork to ensure structure is built correctly.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.