Job Duties:
Construct and/or repair interior/exterior stone and/or brick veneer walls and patio stone flat work. Lay out stonework patterns and modular brick/block applications using measuring tools. Shape and cut stone for setting using hammer, chisel, and other tools. Cut or break bricks and blocks to size using hand or other tools. Mix and apply mortar for vertical and horizontal stone/brick/block applications. Set stone/brick in place according to layout or pattern. Ensure horizontal and vertical alignment using plumb bob, level, and other tools. Fill joints between stones/bricks and tool mortar joints with tuck pointer for finish. Clean excess mortar, mud, and dirt from face of stone/brick/block. Apply decorative masonry finishes, including smooth or polish stone faces to project specifics. Build shells for fireplace, chimney, and/or support ledges using prefabricated concrete masonry units (CMU). Level and plumb structures. Drill holes in stone, brick, or block and install anchors, rebar, or other supports. Attach angle iron to existing walls for stone/brick support ledge. Attach wall tie fasteners. Tack waterproofing underlayment to wall behind stone/brick. Demo masonry materials for repair or construction. Construct scaffolding sets for high wall applications. Install temporary window, door, and floor protection materials during construction work. Construct plastic-lined shelter for exterior work performed in cold and/or inclement weather, and remove snow as needed. Dig out and remove dirt/organic material to expose top of poured footings. Clean jobsite, tools, and equipment. Inspect and maintain tools and equipment. Load and unload masonry materials into and out of vehicles. Operate forklifts, skid steers, and related equipment. Move and/or stock work areas with stone, brick, and block materials. May operate company vehicle, if licensed.
Special Requirements:
Twelve (12) months' experience as a stonemason, brickmason, or blockmason. Must be available for the entire period of employment. Must be able to frequently stand and bend, stoop, squat, crouch, walk and kneel. Able to push, pull, lift, carry, and/or move weight, equipment, and material necessary to complete assigned tasks. Employer will rely on workers own representations and observations of worker to assess if worker meets this qualification. Use hand/fingers/arms to frequently grasp/grip/handle/lift/carry items. Frequently walk/climb or balance, reach with hands/arms and occasionally climb stairs and sit. Use vision to read and to determine accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned. Occasionally work in extreme cold, extreme heat, during changing temperatures or inclement weather. Must be able to take direction in simple English and frequently work in humid, wet, noisy, hazardous conditions, in an enclosed space, or in a vibrating work environment. Able to wear personal protective equipment as required by employer. Driver license preferred but not required. Must be available to work 8 hours per day, evenings, weekends and/or holidays as needed. At least 35 hours/week Mon-Sat, days/shifts vary between the hours of 7AM and 6PM, or as needed. Overtime is sometimes available based on business demands. Pay period is every two weeks. Employer will use a single workweek as its standard for computing wages due. Employer to make all payroll deductions required by law. Employer provides tools, supplies, equipment required to perform job at not charge, and on-the-job training regarding procedures, methods, and standards.