Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters
SOC Code: 47-3011 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
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.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $52,957 | $66,206 | $79,477 | $92,726 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $52,707 | $66,040 | $79,373 | $92,706 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $52,811 | $65,790 | $78,770 | $91,749 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $51,293 | $64,646 | $77,979 | $91,333 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $52,166 | $65,187 | $78,187 | $91,208 |
| Bellingham, WA | $48,110 | $59,862 | $71,614 | $83,366 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $44,304 | $56,139 | $67,995 | $79,830 |
| Columbia, MO | $44,304 | $56,139 | $67,995 | $79,830 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $47,050 | $57,970 | $68,869 | $79,789 |
| Kennewick-Richland, WA | $46,904 | $57,741 | $68,598 | $79,435 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operation and Control | 3.0 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Time Management | 3.0 | |
| Coordination | 3.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 2.9 | |
| Active Listening | 2.9 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 2.8 | |
| Speaking | 2.8 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 2.8 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Building and Construction | 4.2 |
| Mechanical | 3.2 |
| Design | 3.1 |
| Mathematics | 3.0 |
| English Language | 3.0 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.7 |
| Production and Processing | 2.4 |
| Chemistry | 2.2 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 58.0% |
| Less than high school | 24.2% |
| Some college | 11.6% |
| First professional degree (MD, JD) | 6.2% |
Typical Tasks
- Cut materials to specified sizes for installation, using power saws or tile cutters.
- Erect scaffolding or other installation structures.
- Locate and supply materials to masons for installation, following drawings or numbered sequences.
- Mix mortar, plaster, and grout, manually or using machines, according to standard formulas.
- Apply grout between joints of bricks or tiles, using grouting trowels.
- Correct surface imperfections or fill chipped, cracked, or broken bricks or tiles, using fillers, adhesives, or grouting materials.
- Modify material moving, mixing, grouting, grinding, polishing, or cleaning procedures, according to installation or material requirements.
- Provide assistance in the preparation, installation, repair, or rebuilding of tile, brick, or stone surfaces.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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