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Job Description


	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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Job Requirements


	Experience: Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful in these occupations, but usually is not needed. For example, a drywall installer might benefit from experience installing drywall, but an inexperienced person could still learn to be an installer with little difficulty.

	Education: These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work. In some cases, an associate's or bachelor's degree could be needed.

	Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees.

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Significant Points


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Brickmasons, Blockmasons, and Stonemasons

Job prospects are expected to be very good. Most entrants learn informally on the job, but apprenticeship programs provide the most thorough training. The work is usually outdoors and involves lifting heavy materials and working on scaffolds. Nearly 1 out of 3 are self-employed.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Brickmasons and blockmasons
Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors	83,720
Nonresidential Building Construction	7,220
Other Specialty Trade Contractors	4,530
Residential Building Construction	2,960
Building Finishing Contractors	2,730
Employment Services	750
Building Equipment Contractors	390
Local Government (OES Designation)	380
Utility System Construction	380
Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation)	320

Career Video

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Brickmasons and blockmasons
Average Annual Salary	$47,740
Average Hourly Wage	$22.95
Total Employment	106,270