Brickmasons and Blockmasons
SOC Code: 47-2021 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Lay and bind building materials, such as brick, structural tile, concrete block, cinder block, glass block, and terra-cotta block, with mortar and other substances, to construct or repair walls, partitions, arches, sewers, and other structures.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Brickmasons and Blockmasons. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $68,349 | $83,034 | $97,718 | $112,403 |
| Northern New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area | $67,330 | $81,994 | $96,637 | $111,301 |
| Worcester, MA | $67,267 | $81,848 | $96,408 | $110,989 |
| Central New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area | $65,541 | $80,392 | $95,243 | $110,094 |
| Rochester, MN | $74,672 | $86,195 | $97,698 | $109,221 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $63,378 | $78,104 | $92,851 | $107,578 |
| Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area | $63,398 | $78,000 | $92,602 | $107,203 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton, MA | $64,106 | $77,771 | $91,416 | $105,082 |
| Springfield, MA | $63,794 | $77,522 | $91,229 | $104,957 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $68,598 | $80,704 | $92,830 | $104,936 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | 3.1 | |
| Coordination | 3.1 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.0 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Time Management | 3.0 | |
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Active Learning | 2.9 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 2.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Building and Construction | 4.8 |
| Mathematics | 3.5 |
| English Language | 3.3 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.1 |
| Production and Processing | 3.1 |
| Design | 3.1 |
| Administration and Management | 3.0 |
| Mechanical | 3.0 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 70.4% |
| Less than high school | 13.5% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 13.4% |
| Associate's degree | 2.7% |
Typical Tasks
- Construct corners by fastening in plumb position a corner pole or building a corner pyramid of bricks, and filling in between the corners using a line from corner to corner to guide each course, or layer, of brick.
- Measure distance from reference points and mark guidelines to lay out work, using plumb bobs and levels.
- Calculate angles and courses and determine vertical and horizontal alignment of courses.
- Fasten or fuse brick or other building material to structure with wire clamps, anchor holes, torch, or cement.
- Break or cut bricks, tiles, or blocks to size, using trowel edge, hammer, or power saw.
- Remove excess mortar with trowels and hand tools, and finish mortar joints with jointing tools, for a sealed, uniform appearance.
- Interpret blueprints and drawings to determine specifications and to calculate the materials required.
- Apply and smooth mortar or other mixture over work surface.
Technology Skills
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