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Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters

Also called: Bricklayer Helper, Hod Carrier, Marble Finisher Helper, Mason Tender

What they do:

Help brickmasons, blockmasons, stonemasons, or tile and marble setters by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying, or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.

On the job, you would:
  • Mix mortar, plaster, and grout, manually or using machines, according to standard formulas.
  • Erect scaffolding or other installation structures.
  • Cut materials to specified sizes for installation, using power saws or tile cutters.
On the job, you'll need:

Engineering and Technology

  • building and construction
  • mechanical

Math and Science

  • arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics

Arts and Humanities

  • English language

Basic Skills

  • keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements
  • thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem

Problem Solving

  • noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it

Hand and Finger Use

  • keep your arm or hand steady
  • hold or move items with your hands

Physical Strength

  • use your lower back and stomach
  • lift, push, pull, or carry

Endurance

  • exercise for a long time without getting out of breath

Realistic

People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.

  • Dependability
  • Attention to Detail
  • Self Control
  • Cooperation
  • Initiative
  • Persistence

Computer aided design CAD software

  • Autodesk Revit
  • Computer aided design and drafting CADD software

Presentation software

  • Microsoft PowerPoint

Project management software

  • CPR Visual Estimator
  • RISA Technologies RISAMasonry

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Job Outlook

The job outlook for this position is Below Average.

New job opportunities are less likely in the future.

Median Annual Salary: $39,430

Education

High school diploma/GED or no high school diploma/GED is usually needed.